RN/LPN Back Office and Phone Triage

Busy pediatric practice in Denver is seeking an experienced RN or LPN to provide patient care and Telephone Triage Nurse with previous pediatric experience. Primary responsibilities include assessing a parent’s health concerns over the phone and guiding the parents to the appropriate level of care including scheduling an appointment to be seen in the physician’s office.
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Responsibilities include the following core duties; although other duties may be assigned.Address caller’s health questionsDetermine severity of child’s condition and take appropriate actionAssess need to schedule same-day appointments for sick childrenMake follow-up calls to guide parents as to physician directionOrder prescriptionsFollow triage protocolsRoute clinical messages to physicians using Epic Electronic Health Record systemComplete health formsBack Office Duties Include:Direct Patient CareVital SignsRooming PatientImmunizationsMinor Procedures and tests (i.e. strep, mono, catheterization)Entering all information into EMRSkills needed to be successful:Problem solving, excellent communication skills, critical thinking skills, the ability to handle stressful situations, the capacity to function independently, have varied clinical experience and the ability to document meticulously. Dependability, Accountability, Professionalism, Computer Skills and Teamwork.Qualifications:Minimum of 2 years experiencePediatric experience preferredEpic (EHR) experience preferredRN or LPN License RequiredKnowledge of Dr. Bart Schmitt’s pediatric protocols a plusBilingual a plusOutstanding references requiredMust be able to work 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and rotating ½ day on SaturdaysPT/FT hours available. Approximately 3 - 5 days/week including a rotating ½ day on Saturdays. xzbcwsv Please send resume and cover letter addressing your ability to meet the requirements to Lorie Joslyn.FAX: 3 Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $29.00 - $40.00 per hourBenefits:401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible scheduleFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insurancePhysical Setting:ClinicLicense/Certification:BLS Certification (Preferred)RN License (Preferred)LPN (Preferred)Work Location: In person