Job Description
Overview
HarmonyCares is a leading national value-based provider of in-home primary care services for people with complex healthcare needs. Headquartered out of Troy, Michigan, HarmonyCares operates home-based primary care practices in 14 states. HarmonyCares employs more than 200+ primary care providers to deliver patient-centered care under an integrated, team-based, physician-driven model.
Our Mission
โ To bring personalized, quality-based healthcare to the home of patients who have difficult accessing care.
Our Shared Vision
โ Every patient deserves access to quality healthcare.
Our Values
โ The way we care is our legacy. Every interaction counts. Go the extra mile. Empower and support each other.
Why You Should Want to Work with Us
Health, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, and much more
401K Retirement Plan (with company match)
Tuition, Professional License and Certification Reimbursement
Paid Time Off, Holidays and Volunteer Time Paid
Great Place to Work Certified
Established in 11 states
Largest home-based primary care practice in the US for over 28 years, making a huge impact in healthcare today!
Responsibilities
The Clinical Triage Nurse, RN assists with triage of inbound sick calls from Medical Group patients. The primary responsibility will be to assess patient symptoms, provide appropriate medical advice, determine the level of care required and coordinate care with a care team. The Clinical Triage Nurse, RN also reviews clinical test results, utilizing clinical judgement to summarize results to assist providers in their review process. This position requires strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work remotely, providing critical healthcare guidance to patients in need.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prioritizes and responds promptly to each inbound phone call and voicemail received
Adheres to daily availability expectations based on schedule
Demonstrates exceptional customer service by addressing all inquiries, concerns, and needs with empathy, professionalism, and a solutions-oriented mindset
Practices appropriate judgement when classifying whether the inbound interaction requires clinical triage or transfer to another care team member. Utilizes appropriate process when conducting necessary transfers
Conducts thorough assessments of patientsโ symptoms and medical history over the phone. Utilizes appropriate probing questions and EMR to gather information
Uses evidence-based guidelines to make informed decisions about the urgency of patient conditions. Assigns the appropriate triage priority based on available information
Utilizes correct judgement to identify when crisis intervention is required. Adheres to outlined protocols for connecting the patient to emergency services
Educates patients, caregivers, and others on health maintenance, disease prevention, self-care, medications, and necessary follow-up steps per protocol
Performs outbound phone calls to communicate providers orders on behalf of the provider
Collaborates with the care team to ensure patient needs are met and follow-ups are appropriately completed
Communicates effectively with patients and their families, addressing their concerns and providing emotional support
Test Results:
Prioritizes and responds promptly to each inbound result received
Practices appropriate judgement when classifying the urgency of a result and appropriate clinical information to convey to the provider
Analyzes results data, identifying needs, patterns, and variances, and communicating findings to the provider
Performs data entry for patient results and quality metrics per defined protocol
Maintains clear and compassionate written and verbal communication with care team members
Adheres to all company-established policies and procedures
Meets required quality standards and productivity expectations
Appropriately identifies, acknowledges, escalates, and/pr addresses patient complaints, grievances, and concerns promptly and effectively
Collaborates with the care team members to promote quality patient care, satisfaction, and outcomes
Participates in projects and quality improvement initiatives as assigned
Additional duties as assigned by the Clinical Triage Manager and/or Director as related to clinical performance and outcomes
Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Graduate of approved or accredited nursing education program as a Registered Nurse
Current valid RN license. Must be able to obtain and maintain RN license within all service states within 6 months from hire
Satisfactory completion of required nursing continued education requirements
Ability to react decisively and quickly in urgent and emergent situations
Strong comprehension of medical terminology and pharmaceuticals
Demonstrated experience with multi-tasking
Strong communication skills (written & spoken)
Demonstrated proficiency in using electronic health records (HER) system
Ability to communicate effectively with providers, patient care teams, patients, patientsโ family members and facility staff
Ability to work remotely and independently
Knowledge of basic principles, practices, and techniques in primary healthcare
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Conflict resolution skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with Medicare and Medicaid insurances and programs
2+ years of experience as an RN
Contact center experience
Nurse triage experience
Experience in Aprima (EHR)
Multistate License (MSL)
Posted Min Pay Rate
USD $33.36/Hr.
Posted Max Pay Rate
USD $40.78/Hr.
Pay Transparency
Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.