Registered Nurse-Clinical Triage
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Title: Registered Nurse-Clinical TriageLocation: MidtownOrg Unit: FDTC Access CenterWork Days:Weekly Hours: 35.00Exemption Status: ExemptSalary Range: $108,000.00 - $118,000.00* As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC OfficesPosition SummaryThe Registered Nurse-Clinical Triage is responsible for triaging patients to the appropriate level of care with the appropriate level of urgency. Follows workflows and utilizes resources to provide assessment, scheduling, clinical guidance, and other clinical services to patients via the contact center; will be expected to maintain a standard of performance that prioritizes safety, quality, and experience that coincides with the mission of the Clinical Triage work center within the Contact Center. The clinical triage work center is a critical component to the overall success of the contact center and its mission to navigate patients to the right care at the right time.Job Responsibilities* Provides telephonic triage services for patients contacting the Contact Center.* Utilizes all appropriate clinical triage processes, protocols, and procedures to effectively navigate patients to the right site and time of care based on clinical needs.* Understands the needs of patients and offers recommendations, education, or care advice to triage patient and schedule them with the appropriate level of care.* Participates in care coordination for patients by working collaboratively to best understand their needs and aiming to reduce readmissions, enhance chronic disease management, and manage any health risks for the patient where applicable.* Assists patient in scheduling provider appointments and communicating with provider as necessary.* Manages work to KPIs, mission, values, and objectives of overall Clinical Triage work center set by the Clinical Triage Manager.* Ensures accurate and timely documentation in the EMR according to best practice guidelines.* Participates in virtual monitoring, subsequent reporting, and escalation to support services while providing additional support to these functions to ensure patient needs are met.* Participates in training and onboarding activities along with any relevant or ongoing process improvement initiatives, professional development, peer development, peer reviews, and performs other assigned tasks as required.* Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.Education* Bachelor's of Science Degree in NursingExperience2+ years of related work experience as an RN1+ years of experience in clinical practice is preferred2+ years of experience in acute care, critical care, or emergency department work is preferred1+ years of experience with telephone triage is preferred1+ years of experience with Epic is preferred1+ years of experience in using electronic triage software is preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities* Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.* Ability to understand patient needs and efficiently guide them to necessary level of care.* Ability to work with clinical technology to fulfill process and workflow needs.* Ability to multi-task, prioritize in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.* Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.Licenses and Certifications* Current NY State Registered Nurse License & Registration.Working Conditions/Physical DemandsAbility to work in surroundings with degree of dust, noise, odors, etc. without undue discomfort.Ability to hear, talk, walk, stand, bend and stretch.Ability to read, write and interpret documents.Ability to sit for long periods of time at desk to perform job functions.Ability to communicate effectively with clients and co-workers.Weill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.Nearest Major Market: ManhattanNearest Secondary Market: New York City