On-Call Home Care RN - Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association

Job Description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Eddy Visiting Nurse & Rehab Association in Troy, NY has an opportunity for a full-time RN to triage calls after hours to assist patients and their caregivers with issues or questions!

Calls are handled by our answering service. Those requiring to speak with a nurse are called out to the on-call Triage Nurse.

If patient needs a visit triage nurse notifies the on call nurse.

Eddy VNRA is a non-profit home health agency with over 100 years of experience meeting the needs of patients and families in the community.

We are CHAP Accredited, and are fortunate to have above industry average outcomes and patient satisfaction. Eddy VNRA is the largest home health agency in the greater Capital Region, and offers a wide range of innovative, specialty programs such as telehomecare, WOCNs, CDE, home based palliative care and more.

Supervisors are supported with Team Secretaries and a wide range of support functions from intake to scheduling, to a team obtaining prior authorizations, and much more!

Shadow experiences available for those interested in getting additional insight on this rewarding opportunity!!

As a member of our caring, compassionate health care professionals you'll enjoy :

• Typical schedule of Thursday - Saturday 5pm-7 : 30 am
• Salaried position
• Tuition assistance
• No weekend commitment
• Great co-workers and supportive leadership team
• Supportive work environment with leaders available to help address questions
• Thorough orientation and continual development

The RN Triage Nurse Will (but Not Limited To)

• Triage calls, assisting patients / families telephonically if possible
• Determines if oncall visit RN needs to see patient at home, and contacts RN on call to share information regarding patient needs
• Coordinates with RN Supervisors, clinicians and schedulers across the agency to prioritize patient needs
• Participate in Team educational meetings

Minimum Requirements

• NYS RN licensure
• 2 + years of experience as a RN in home care or acute care setting
• Valid driver license and reliable vehicle

Preferred Requirements

• 4+ year of home care experience
• Experience managing chronically ill patients (heart failure, COPD, diabetes, etc)
• Strong chronic care management
• Excellent computer skills and can work with multiple computer applications
• High level of communication skills to work with a diverse team across different departments
• Multitask and can accurately prioritize in a very fast pace environment
• Maintain the highest level of customer service while completing day to day duties and responsibilities
• Excellent critical thinking skills to problem solve Excellent time management and organizational skills

Pay Range : $33.50 - $46.95

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.

The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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