Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team in Wichita, Kansas as a Triage Nurse! We're offering an exclusive $15,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who start by December 2023. Advanced Medical Center is seeking compassionate RNs with ER experience to elevate our patient triage operations in a fast-paced environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible scheduling, and career advancement opportunities in Kansas' premier healthcare network.
Responsibilities
- Assess patient symptoms via telehealth and in-person consultations to determine urgency
- Collaborate with physicians to develop appropriate care pathways
- Document patient encounters using Epic EMR systems
- Provide emergency medical guidance to patients and families
- Coordinate transfers between departments and external facilities
- Maintain compliance with JCAHO and state nursing protocols
- Train junior staff on triage procedures and critical decision-making
Qualifications
- Active Kansas RN license (required)
- 3+ years emergency room or urgent care experience
- BLS, ACLS, and TNCC certifications
- Proficiency in Epic EMR systems
- Strong triage assessment skills (ESI Level 2 preferred)
- Exceptional communication and crisis management abilities
- BSN degree or equivalent experience
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts including weekends