Registered Nurse Triage and Transition Ambulatory Care PRN

This position functions as a vital member of the healthcare team who contributes to the success of the practice by demonstrating customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families. This position is responsible for timely and effective management of patient calls requiring medical triage and coordinating care during the transition of care following an inpatient medical stay. Provides guidance, education and facilitates resources for the management of the at-risk population. This is a virtual position, serving a region of the health system. This position is a remote position. If you are currently an internal caregiver for Intermountain Health, you must reside in either CO or MT close to an Intermountain care site. If you are not a current caregiver for Intermountain Health and are applying externally, you must currently reside in Colorado or Montana near an Intermountain Health care site.

Performs clinical triage, including a comprehensive assessment, disposition and education using established triage protocols and guidelines Manages transitions of care to ensure appropriate follow up care and mitigate risks associated with readmission. Contacts patients following emergency department visits to ensure appropriate follow up Uses registry data to identify gaps in services and initiates intervention Refers patients to a variety of resources, including behavioral health, transportation services, nutrition, etc. Educates patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions. Provides patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations. Documents patient assessment and intervention data using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices. Participates in multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes. Interacts with all staff, colleagues and team members in a professional and collegial manner Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards. Performs other duties as assigned