Ambulatory Care Nurse - Plastic Surgery

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed is seeking an experienced Ambulatory Care Nurse (RN) in North Carolina to coordinate and manage patient care in an ambulatory setting. The role involves triage, education, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN and current NC RN license with at least 8 years of nursing experience in outpatient care, aligning with WakeMed's standards of care and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Current North Carolina RN licensure required.
• Outpatient nursing experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, patient education, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.
• Commitment to WakeMed's standards and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care management and clinical support in ambulatory settings.
• Triage concerns, assess symptoms, and guide care via phone, portal, or in-person.
• Collaborate with physicians and care team to plan and coordinate care.
• Identify high-risk patients and coordinate follow-up, referrals, and resources.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatment plans, and prevention.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Patient education

Ambulatory care

Communication

Education

RN licensure in NC

BSN / Bachelor’s Degree Nursing

8+ years nursing experience

Job description

Overview

WakeMed Physician Practices is seeking an experienced Ambulatory Care Nurse (RN) to join our growing team at WakeMed. The Ambulatory Care Nurse (ACN) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care by coordinating and managing the healthcare needs of our patient population. Working closely with providers and the interdisciplinary care team, the ACN serves as a clinical resource, patient advocate, and care coordinator, ensuring patients receive timely, compassionate, and effective care throughout

their healthcare journey.

The Ambulatory Care Nurse embraces WakeMed's mission, vision, and values while actively supporting the ANA Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, the North Carolina Nursing Practice Act, and WakeMed's Nursing Professional Practice Model. This role is ideal for a compassionate, team-oriented nurse who is passionate about supporting women's health and providing outstanding care to our patients and families every day.

What You'll Do

• Provide nursing care management and clinical support for patients in an ambulatory setting.
• Triage patient concerns, assess symptoms, and provide evidence-based nursing guidance via phone, patient portal, and in-person encounters.
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and care team members to develop, coordinate, and implement individualized plans of care.
• Identify high-risk patients and proactively coordinate appropriate care, follow-up, referrals, and community resources.
• Educate patients and families regarding their conditions, treatment plans, medications, and preventive health measures.
• Serve as a communication liaison between patients, families, providers, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
• Promote continuity of care and support patients in achieving optimal health outcomes within the outpatient setting.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives.

What We're Looking For:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in North Carolina.
• Previous experience working as a nurse in an outpatient setting.
• Strong clinical assessment, patient education, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced ambulatory environment while providing exceptional patient service.
• Commitment to delivering care consistent with WakeMed's Wake Way to Excellence, Patient & Family Centered Care model, and professional nursing standards.

The WakeWay to Excellence

• We put patients and families at the center of everything we do.
• We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and collaboration to achieve the best outcomes.
• We embrace accountability, quality, and continuous improvement in our work.
• We support professional growth and encourage lifelong learning and development.
• We are committed to delivering compassionate care while advancing the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Nurse Required

Education

Bachelor's Degree Nursing Required

Experience

8 Years Nursing - Related Area Required