Oncology Triage RN
Job Location:
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
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Job Summary
Working closely with physicians advanced practice providers nurses and interdisciplinary team members the Oncology Triage Nurse assesses patient needs prioritizes concerns based on clinical urgency and facilitates appropriate interventions. Utilizing clinical expertise critical thinking and a thorough understanding of provider practice patterns this clinician independently manages routine patient care needs within established protocols while identifying situations that require provider consultation or escalation. The role is instrumental in promoting patient safety enhancing the patient experience and ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care across Radiation and Medical Oncology services.
Position Summary:
Registered Nurse RN works in a collaborative environment to deliver excellent patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team providing evidenced based medicine and individualized patient care. A Registered Nurse RN is expected to facilitate all aspects of the patient visit experience.
What you will need:
- Graduation from an accredited nursing school and program.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; BSN preferred.
- In Grand Rapids nurses hired with an ADN must enroll in a BSN program within six months of hire and complete the degree within four years of hire.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan.
- One year of RN experience required. New graduates must apply through the RN Residency Program which has cohorts beginning in February July and October.
- Oncology nursing experience preferred.
- Oncology Nursing Certification (OCN) preferred or willingness to obtain certification within a designated timeframe after hire. (Optional if applicable to the role.)
Highlights:
- 1st Shift 8 am -5 pm Monday Friday no weekends or holidays
- Located at our Lacks Cancer Center
- Day 1 benefits no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical dental vision paid time off and 403B
- Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
- Unlimited career growth opportunities
- Trinity Health offers DailyPay - if youre hired as an eligible colleague youll be able to see how much youve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday
The Oncology Triage Nurse serves as a key clinical resource supporting both Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology practices through telephone and electronic (MyChart/in-basket) triage. This role is responsible for responding to patient calls symptom concerns treatment-related questions and electronic inquiries in a timely efficient and compassionate manner ensuring patients receive appropriate guidance and care coordination throughout their oncology journey.
Working closely with physicians advanced practice providers nurses and interdisciplinary team members the Oncology Triage Nurse assesses patient needs prioritizes concerns based on clinical urgency and facilitates appropriate interventions. Utilizing clinical expertise critical thinking and a thorough understanding of provider practice patterns this clinician independently manages routine patient care needs within established protocols while identifying situations that require provider consultation or escalation. The role is instrumental in promoting patient safety enhancing the patient experience and ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care across Radiation and Medical Oncology services.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
