RN, Telephone Triage, Weekends

Job description

Location:
Medical Center Office Building (901 7th Ave)
Department:
Telephone Triage
Shift:
Weekend Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours:
20
Summary:
A registered nurse, who performs nursing care for the caller, patient, and family via the telephone. Works interdependently within the guidelines of medical protocols and nursing standards of performance. Uses verbal communication and data-collection skills in carrying out the nursing process. Collaborates with callers on the telephone and with colleagues in other health disciplines to meet the individual health and illness needs of the patient and family.
Saturday/Sunday (10) hour shifts
9a - 7p
Orientation is Monday - Thursday 5p - 11p for 12 weeks on-site
Must be local to DFW area
Education:
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• 5 years pediatric experience required
• 3 years pediatric ED/UCC and/or Critical Care experience preferred
• Good organizational, interpersonal, communication skills & computer skills

Certification/Licensure:
• Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas

About Us:
Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.
Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.