Entry Level Triage Nurse Jobs
New grad triage nurse jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotations or internship hours often matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, with employers like Indiana University Health, Methodist Health System - NE and IA, and Optum hiring at this level now.
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Explore opportunities with a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Home Health Clinical Triage Specialist, you'll be an integral part of the interdisciplinary team and as such is responsible for the excellent delivery of care through triage calls after hours and on holidays.
Must be available to work weekends.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Receive calls from patients and/or family members and respond appropriately and assess problems focusing on the delivery of high quality, patient-focused, compassionate care
- Assess patient status and intervene as indicated by the patient's condition and established protocols
- Timely and accurate documentation of calls received within the electronic medical records system including the processing of workflow associated with the clinical record
- Knowledge of basic triage protocols and best practices to guide and address the needs of patients in a crisis situation
- Coordinating with the agency on-call nurses to deliver high quality nursing care and schedule nursing assessments as required in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patients and families
- Ensure appropriate education regarding all updates/processes in the electronic medical record, relative state and federal regulations, documentation processes and needs, etc. by attending mandatory educational offerings and in-services
- Facilitates orientation of new personnel as assigned
- Exhibits exemplary and timely communication skills when assessing or educating patients/caregivers, performing telephone triage, or collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals
- Serves as a consistent example of dedication to patient advocacy, customer service, integrity, and superlative nursing practice
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current, unrestrictive Registered Nurse licensed in all states of practice
- Ability to work flexible hours and independently
Preferred Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse Compact licensure
- 2+ years of RN experience
- 1+ years of direct patient care in a hospice, home health, or oncology setting.
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $33.00 to $49.50 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Explore opportunities with a part of LHC Group. As part of the Optum family of businesses, we provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Home Health Clinical Triage Specialist, you'll be an integral part of the interdisciplinary team and as such is responsible for the excellent delivery of care through triage calls after hours and on holidays.
Must be available to work weekends.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Receive calls from patients and/or family members and respond appropriately and assess problems focusing on the delivery of high quality, patient-focused, compassionate care
- Assess patient status and intervene as indicated by the patient's condition and established protocols
- Timely and accurate documentation of calls received within the electronic medical records system including the processing of workflow associated with the clinical record
- Knowledge of basic triage protocols and best practices to guide and address the needs of patients in a crisis situation
- Coordinating with the agency on-call nurses to deliver high quality nursing care and schedule nursing assessments as required in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patients and families
- Ensure appropriate education regarding all updates/processes in the electronic medical record, relative state and federal regulations, documentation processes and needs, etc. by attending mandatory educational offerings and in-services
- Facilitates orientation of new personnel as assigned
- Exhibits exemplary and timely communication skills when assessing or educating patients/caregivers, performing telephone triage, or collaborating with fellow healthcare professionals
- Serves as a consistent example of dedication to patient advocacy, customer service, integrity, and superlative nursing practice
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Current, unrestrictive Registered Nurse licensed in all states of practice
- Ability to work flexible hours and independently
Preferred Qualifications:
- Registered Nurse Compact licensure
- 2+ years of RN experience
- 1+ years of direct patient care in a hospice, home health, or oncology setting.
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $33.00 to $49.50 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Entry Level Triage Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level triage nurse job?
Entry level triage nurse employers typically look for a current RN license, basic life support certification, and hands-on clinical experience from nursing school rotations or internships. Highlighting any emergency department or urgent care exposure gives candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your resume to show patient assessment skills and comfort working under pressure helps you stand out at this stage, even without years of post-graduation experience.
Which companies hire entry level triage nurses?
Companies hiring entry level triage nurses right now include Indiana University Health, Methodist Health System - NE and IA, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from hospital systems, urgent care networks, and community health clinics that run structured new-graduate onboarding programs.
Are there remote entry level triage nurse jobs?
Yes, though most triage nurse roles at the entry level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 67% of entry level triage nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote positions typically found in telephone triage or telehealth settings that accept newer nurses with strong assessment skills.
Are these new grad triage nurse jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior triage nurse roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or internships toward the requirement, or explicitly invites applications from newly licensed RNs. Seeing language like 'new graduates encouraged to apply' or 'will train the right candidate' is a strong signal the role is open to candidates just starting out.
Which industries hire the most entry level triage nurses?
Entry level triage nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they rely on high patient volume and often have formal residency or new-graduate transition programs that bring in nurses who are licensed but still building clinical experience.