Per Diem / PRN Nurse RN - Pediatrics

OU Health is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN Pediatrics for a per diem / prn nursing job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Pediatrics

Discipline: RN

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Ongoing

Employment Type: Per Diem

Pay is based on years of applicable experience and acuity level of position Position Title: RN - Registered Nurse - Pediatric Triage - PRN

Department: Pediatric Teletriage

Job Description:

General Description:

Responsible for providing professional nursing care, specifically telephone triage services, in a secure office setting "after hours" (evenings, nights, and weekends). Function within a legal scope of practice and in accordance with the policies and procedures of OU Medical Center using recognized, evidenced based, protocol driven telephone triage software. Telephone triage RN's will generate appropriate documentation, complete follow up protocols, and communicate with other health care team members as needed to ensure optimal care delivery and optimize customer satisfaction.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the positon.

Interviews patients over the phone to collect data to implement triage process.

Assesses information to set a priority of urgency.

Chooses and use appropriate guidelines; refers to other resources as appropriate.

Applies intervention and /or activates disposition.

Educates patients and/or families.

Facilitates appropriate follow-up care.

Participates in identifying patient needs; refers to resources.

Documents the encounter with the patient in the appropriate areas of the computer program for continuity of care.

Initiates follow up phone calls with patients.

Audits charts for quality and control as requested.

Facilitates continuity of care.

General Responsibilities:

Attends nursing staff meetings.

Completes Annual Core Competency Training

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from an accredited RN program

Experience: Five (5) years' experience as a pediatric RN. Med/Surg, ED, clinic or previous Telephone Triage experience preferred.

Certifications/Registrations Required: Licensed in the State of Oklahoma as a Registered Nurse. BLS (American Heart Association) required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Relevant skills and knowledge of an RN. Ability to resolve problems and successfully implement resolutions. Ability to work well in a team environment to ensure quality patient care. Excellent public relations skills. Possess a good working knowledge of physicians, clinics and services that are available. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good Windows-based computer skills and typing ability. Ability to work effectively in stressful situations.

Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

OU Health Job ID . Posted job title: RN - Registered Nurse - Pediatric Triage - PRN About OU Health

OU Health is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma's largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma's flagship hospital, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health's oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health's mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research.

Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Sick pay

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Wellness and fitness programs

Employee assistance programs

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