Job Information
Hackensack Meridian Health Access Triage Nurse Coord- Carrier Clinic- Per Diem, Night in Belle Mead, New Jersey
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
The Access Triage Nurse Coord coordinates all admission related activities during their assigned shift. Performs triage assessments and assists LIP's with medical clearances. Reviews and triages all incoming patients and assists with gathering clinical information for Physician/LIP. Collaborates with LIP and assists with their admission to Carrier and helps make proper referrals when appropriate. Manages case pre-admission, including requests for medical records and other clinical information as required prior to evaluation.
Responsibilities
Performs triage of all incoming patients and assists with gathering clinical information for LIP
Assist LIP's with Medical Clearances in accordance with policy
Performs patient interview (1) asking clinically pertinent questions during the patient and/or family interview; (2) recognizes critical situations necessitating immediate clinical response. (3) Communicates patient problems and difficulties with LIP and assists with their admission or referral when appropriate
Assess and intervene in emergency situations, directs the response of other staff, notifies appropriate administrative staff or rescue squad
Operates within professional scope of practice
Maintains responsibility for directing the staff on his or her shift under the guidance of the Access Supervisor/Director for their assigned shift
Acts as a resource for clinical and administrative concerns on respective shifts
Demonstrates positive communication techniques in working with other members of the Access Team in order to enhance patient care
Participates in the orientation of new/transfer personnel as assigned
Documents patient information within medical records accurately and within procedural time limits
Demonstrates computer literacy and competency for all required systems
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Graduation of accredited RN Program
Demonstrates ability to write reports and manuals
Can effectively present information and respond to questions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:
BSN or MSN
Minimum one year experience within an acute care psychiatric setting or substance abuse facility
Previous experience as a NJ screener or in admissions
Licenses and Certifications Required:
NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification or completed in the first 90 days of employment
Licenses and Certifications Preferred:
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Certification
Job ID 2024-149831
Department CC Admissions
Site HMH Carrier Clinic Inc
Job Location US-NJ-Belle Mead
Position Type Per Diem
Standard Hours Per Week 4
Shift Evening
Shift Hours Evening
Weekend Work One Weekend a Month
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work Two of 6
