Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with over 15 years of diverse clinical and telehealth experience, including telephone triage, NICU, postpartum, GYN surgery, and home healthcare. Proven ability to apply the nursing process to assess patient needs, determine acuity, and deliver appropriate care and education over the phone. Demonstrates critical thinking, sound judgment, and autonomy in fast-paced healthcare environments. Committed to improving patient outcomes through evidence-based triage, clinical protocols, and community referrals.
Receive and respond to incoming calls from Tricare patients, assessing symptoms using standardized protocols.
- Evaluate acuity and determine appropriate level of care, from emergency services (911) to at-home care.
- Provide professional advice, education, and reassurance based on clinical guidelines and judgment.
- Coordinate referrals to healthcare providers and community resources, including scheduling appointments.
- Document interactions thoroughly in compliance with organization and federal standards.
- Apply critical thinking and independent judgment while managing large call volumes in a fast-paced setting.
Triaged patient calls across all age groups and specialties, managing symptoms, providing guidance, and initiating referrals.
- Delivered patient-centered care remotely, educating callers on symptoms, medications, and follow-up care.
- Worked collaboratively with physicians and care teams to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation and participated in follow-up calls as necessary.
- Recognized for quick decision-making, calm demeanor, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Telephone Triage & Symptom Assessment, Clinical Decision-Making & Protocol Adherence, Patient & Family Education, Care Coordination & Referral Management, Emergency Response Activation, EHR Documentation & Call Tracking, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Critical Thinking & Autonomy, Customer Service Excellence