Intake and Triage Registered Nurse (RN)

Description

Position: Intake and Triage Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Spaulding

Type: Fulltime, Nonexempt

Anticipated Schedule: Five 8-hour day shifts per week. Weekend rotation of at least one weekend per month. One back up on call shift per month

Are you passionate about providing holistic care to individuals in need? Do you value service to others and strive for continuous improvement? Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is looking for dedicated individuals who align with our values and mission.

About Us:

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is dedicated to addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of individuals facing serious illness, end-of-life situations, loss, and grief. Our comprehensive services aim to guide, comfort, and care for our clients, patients, and their families.

If you feel a connection to our values and attributes, we invite you to apply for this role.

Position Overview:

The Intake & Triage Nurse is a critical member of the hospice and palliative care team, responsible for managing the intake process for new patients, providing comprehensive and compassionate nursing care, and ensuring seamless communication and coordination among patients, families, health providers, and community resources. The Intake and Triage RN is pivotal in facilitating admissions, conducting assessments, and developing care plans in a timely manner, while also offering telephonic triage coverage to evaluate patient needs and determine appropriate levels of care. The Intake and Triage RN fosters relationships with key referral sources and participates in community outreach and education to raise awareness of hospice and palliative care services, enhancing the overall quality and accessibility of Tri-Cities Chaplaincy’s programs. The role requires a high level of clinical expertise, adaptability, and empathy to support patients and families during their end-of-life journey, ensuring that they receive the highest standard of care in various settings.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Valid and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) License in the State of Washington.

2. Minimum of two years of experience in hospice, palliative care, or a related field; preferred.

3. Demonstrated ability to adapt to different work environments and provide effective care in diverse settings.

4. Excellent assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

5. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to establish rapport with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

6. Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and prioritize competing demands.

7. Compassionate and empathetic approach to caring for patients and families during their end-of-life journey.

8. Proficient computer skills and experience with electronic medical records systems.

9. Available e to work occasional evenings and weekends.

10. This position is designated as safety-sensitive and will require passing pre-employment drug testing, which includes cannabis testing in WA State.

11. As required per position/credentialing; successful completion of Blood Born Pathogens Training.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in healthcare, hospice, home health, hospital, and/or education.

Join Our Team:

If you are passionate about providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during life's most challenging moments, we invite you to join our team at Tri-Cities Chaplaincy. Together, we can make a positive impact in our community. Apply today to be a part of something truly meaningful.

Why Join Us?

· Fulfilling work in a supportive environment.

· Opportunity to make a real difference in patients’ lives.

· Professional growth and development.

Compensation

Pay Range: $35.00 – $73.81/hour

Starting Pay Range: $35.50 – $64.79/hour

Premiums:

· $2.50/hour Week Night

· $2.25/hour Week Day

· $4.75/hour Weekend Night

· $4.00/hour On Call Standby

Note regarding the listed pay range:

At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy, we carefully establish salary ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account, including education, certifications, knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions. These ranges are tailored to match the diverse programs and services we offer. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for candidates based on these factors while maintaining internal peer equity.