Per Diem RN – After-Hours TeleTriage

MSK

. Triage and manage oncology patient symptoms via telephone and electronic platforms .

Posted 11/2/2026part-timeRemote • New Jersey • United StatesJunior💰 $18 - $170 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in oncology patient triage and care coordination, utilizing clinical judgment and effective communication to advocate for patients and caregivers. Proficient in electronic medical record documentation and experienced in managing high-acuity patient interactions.

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RN License (NY or NJ)Oncology Patient TriageElectronic Medical Record DocumentationPatient AdvocacyPatient Education

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Hard Skills

Clinical JudgmentCare CoordinationSymptom ManagementOncology Diagnosis ExperiencePatient Assessment

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCritical ThinkingBuilding RapportResilienceAdaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

ADN or BSN

Industry Keywords

OncologyPatient-Centered CareCaregiver SupportHigh Acuity CallsMedical Oncology Office Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Triage and manage oncology patient symptoms via telephone and electronic platforms
Use clinical judgment to determine the appropriate level and site of care
Collaborate with the on-call provider based on assessment and patient need
Direct patients to the appropriate care setting, including MSK Symptom Care Clinics, Urgent Care Center, Shared Care–supported hospitals, or the local Emergency Department
Serve as a clinical resource to patients and caregivers through guidance and education
Support departmental initiatives and new workflows to improve care coordination
Advocate for patients and caregivers by anticipating needs, removing barriers, and ensuring timely follow-up
Document all clinical interactions clearly and succinctly to support continuity of care
Provide phone-based triage for MSK oncology patients in the home setting
Address immediate patient needs, communicate with patients and caregivers, and document care in the MSK medical record

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduation from an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN) required
NY or NJ RN license required; second state license must be obtained if selected for the role
Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required
Medical Oncology Office Practice experience highly preferred
Comfort with technology and electronic medical record documentation
Experienced in caring for patients with a wide range of oncology diagnoses
Calm, decisive, and able to think critically in time-sensitive situations
Comfortable building rapport with patients and caregivers over the phone
A clear and confident communicator, both verbally and in writing
Skilled at patient and caregiver education
Resilient, adaptable, and able to manage high acuity calls independently
Passionate about patient advocacy and patient-centered care