Remote Triage Nurse
Location: Fully Remote
Pay: $52.75/hr
Description:
Provide remote triage services, assess patient symptoms, and guide them to appropriate care options.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patients' symptoms via phone or telehealth software and determine urgency.
- Provide guidance on self-care, referral to appropriate healthcare facilities, or emergency care instructions.
- Use clinical protocols and judgment to triage patients effectively.
- Document all patient interactions accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Communicate with physicians and care teams as needed to ensure coordinated care.
- Monitor patient follow-ups and escalate care when necessary.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and follow HIPAA compliance standards.
Qualifications:
- Active RN license in good standing (multi-state compact license preferred).
- Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in acute care, emergency, or triage.
- Previous telehealth or remote nursing experience is a strong plus.
- Strong assessment and clinical decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple priorities.