Job Description
Join Newark Medical Center's award-winning emergency department as a Triage Nurse with our comprehensive paid training program! We're seeking compassionate professionals to triage patients, assess medical conditions, and prioritize care in a fast-paced environment. Our 12-week paid training covers advanced triage protocols, emergency medicine best practices, and electronic health systems. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities in one of New Jersey's leading healthcare facilities. No prior emergency experience required—just your RN license and passion for patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient acuity and prioritize emergency department arrivals using ESI protocols
- Perform rapid head-to-toe assessments and document findings in Epic EMR
- Collaborate with physicians and charge nurses to develop care plans
- Provide patient education on emergency procedures and discharge instructions
- Monitor vital signs and recognize clinical deterioration using SBAR communication
- Participate in trauma activations and code blue responses
- Maintain accurate triage statistics and quality improvement metrics
Qualifications
- Active RN license in New Jersey (or compact state)
- Minimum 1 year clinical nursing experience (acute care preferred)
- BLS and ACLS certifications (training provided if needed)
- Strong assessment skills and critical thinking abilities
- Exceptional communication and de-escalation techniques
- Ability to work efficiently in high-stress emergency situations
- Commitment to completing our paid training program