Job Description
Join our elite healthcare team in Bakersfield, CA as a Triage Nurse and experience the freedom of weekly pay! We're seeking compassionate professionals to provide critical patient assessments and prioritize care in a dynamic emergency setting. With competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and immediate payment processing, you'll have financial stability while making life-saving decisions. Our state-of-the-art facility offers cutting-edge technology and collaborative teams dedicated to excellence. Apply today and transform your nursing career with unmatched support and growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Perform rapid patient assessments to determine medical urgency and prioritize care protocols
- Provide accurate telephone triage for emergency and non-emergency cases
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans
- Maintain detailed electronic health records with precise documentation
- Manage patient flow in emergency departments and urgent care settings
- Educate patients on home care instructions and follow-up procedures
- Monitor patient conditions and escalate critical cases to appropriate providers
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain strict confidentiality standards
Qualifications
- Active California RN license in good standing
- Minimum 2 years triage or emergency department experience
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Proficiency in EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner)
- Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making abilities
- Strong communication skills for diverse patient populations
- Ability to work efficiently in high-pressure environments
- Spanish bilingual preferred for community service