RN/Registered Nurse Triage - Pain Management

Join Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center At Crystal Clinic, we're committed to helping patients move better through exceptional orthopedic care. Join a collaborative team where your expertise makes a direct impact on patient outcomes every day. NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS The Essentials Schedule: Full-Time 40 hours per week | Monday-FridayLocation: Fairlawn, OHSpecialty: Pain Management What You'll Do Conduct comprehensive telephone nursing assessments using evidence-based triage protocols and sound clinical judgment to determine the appropriate level of care.Provide patient education and guidance regarding orthopedic conditions, postoperative recovery, wound care, medications, activity restrictions, and durable medical equipment.Identify urgent and emergent concerns, recognize red-flag symptoms, and coordinate timely interventions to promote patient safety and positive outcomes.Coordinate appointments, diagnostic testing, referrals, medication refill requests, follow-up care, and transitions of care following surgery or hospitalization.Collaborate closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical staff, patients, and caregivers while accurately documenting assessments, care coordination activities, and provider communications within the EMR. What We're Looking For Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of clinical RN experience required. Orthopedic, ambulatory care, emergency department, medical-surgical, or telephone triage experience preferred.License/Certifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Ohio required.Skills: Strong orthopedic assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills. Knowledge of postoperative orthopedic care and evidence-based telephone triage guidelines preferred. Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills with proficiency in EMR systems and Microsoft Office applications