Telephone Nurse Triage, Orthopedic Surgery

Advocate Health

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Telephone triage experience required
Acute care nursing background needed
Critical reasoning for complex cases
Advocate Health is seeking a Telephone Nurse Triage for its orthopedic surgery department, requiring a registered nurse with acute care experience, particularly in telephone triage. The role involves providing patient-centered care, utilizing critical thinking, and maintaining effective communication with patients and healthcare teams

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing patient-centered care by acting as a partner and adviser to help families manage their healthcare needs effectively.
  • Nurses must apply critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment to expedite appropriate care for patients presenting with potentially life-threatening conditions via telecommunication technologies.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and programs invested in career development.

Matching Summary

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Advocate Health is seeking a Telephone Nurse Triage for its orthopedic surgery department, requiring a registered nurse with acute care experience, particularly in telephone triage. The role involves providing patient-centered care, utilizing critical thinking, and maintaining effective communication with patients and healthcare teams.

Salary

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement match, Educational Assistance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Telephone triage experience required
  • Acute care nursing background needed
  • Critical reasoning for complex cases
  • Active listening and communication skills
  • Evidence-based practice application

Nice-to-have

  • Health insurance and managed care knowledge
  • Experience with diverse cultural backgrounds
  • Patient advocacy and education focus
  • Leadership in shared governance models
  • Lifelong learning and professional development

Key Requirements

  • Graduation from accredited School of Nursing
  • Two years acute care experience required
  • Current RN license in applicable state
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
  • BSN preferred
  • ACLS/PALS/PEARS may be required within one year

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