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- Documents all conversations with patients to maintain a comprehensive medical record. Provides clear instructions and education to the patients via the telephone and other duties as assigned.
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Surgical Triage RN - Silver Spring, United States - US Oncology, Inc
Description
Surgical Triage RN
Overview
Are you looking for a Great place to work? Our team at Maryland Oncology Hematology is looking for \"star\" talent.
Maryland Oncology Hematology is dedicated to providing the most advanced cancer care available anywhere in an atmosphere of caring compassion.
Job Profile Summary:
A telephone triage nurse assesses patient needs over the telephone, collaborates with a physician or qualified staff member to meet those needs, then documents all elements of care in the patient's medical record.
The telephone triage nurse will accurately identify patients with high risk conditions and will direct care to the appropriate resources if they cannot be managed by the nurse and/or within the clinic.
Under general supervision, provides professional nursing care for patients adhering to national and organizational standards and guidelines for specialty care and scope of practice per state licensing board.
Must recognize physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of care and participates in company-wide quality initiatives. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Minimum Job Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities):
Education/Training -Graduate from an accredited program for professional nursing education, BSN preferred.
RN state license and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Must maintain continuing education requirements.
Business Experience -3-5 years nursing experience including at least one year in oncology preferred.
Specialized Knowledge/Skills -Oncology certification preferred.
Working Conditions:
Environment (Office, warehouse, etc.) -Traditional office environment.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne pathogens, carcinogenic drugs and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
Physical Requirements (Lifting, standing, etc.) -* Large percent of time performing computer-based work is required.
