Job Description
Join our award-winning emergency department as a Triage Nurse in Glendale, AZ! We're urgently seeking compassionate professionals with exceptional clinical judgment to triage patients efficiently in our fast-paced Level II Trauma Center. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team environment where your expertise saves lives.
Our 24/7 emergency department handles over 80,000 visits annually. As a Triage Nurse, you'll be the first point of contact for patients experiencing critical conditions, making rapid assessments that directly impact patient outcomes. We offer state-of-the-art facilities, continuing education opportunities, and career advancement pathways.
Responsibilities
- Perform rapid patient assessments using Emergency Severity Index (ESI) protocols
- Make critical decisions regarding patient prioritization and acuity level
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams on care plans
- Document clinical findings accurately in EMR systems
- Provide initial interventions and stabilization for emergency conditions
- Train triage protocols to new nursing staff
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Active AZ RN license (compact license accepted)
- Minimum 2 years emergency department experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Proficient in ESI triage methodology
- Strong assessment skills for critical conditions
- EMR proficiency (Epic preferred)
- Excellent communication and crisis management abilities