Ambulatory Nurse

BJC HealthCare; Illinois; On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

BJC Medical Group in Alton, Illinois is seeking a full-time Ambulatory Nurse to join our team. This role provides direct patient care in collaboration with providers and care teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective care.

You will support clinicians with patient management, educate patients and families, and help ensure adherence to clinical protocols. A nursing credential, BLS, and 2–5 years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN with active Illinois license.
• 2-5 years of nursing experience.
• BLS certification.
• Ability to work Day Shift.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PCPs and Specialists to develop and implement care plans.
• Assess patients' physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
• Document patient assessments and treatment plans per SOPs and compliance guidelines.
• Provide patient education with verbal and written instructions.

Skills

Ambulatory nursing

Care planning

Patient education

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Nursing Diploma/Associate's

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

• Day Shift

Come join our team as a full-time Ambulatory Nurse with BJC Medical Group in Alton, Illinois, this is a rare opportunity to join a great team!

• 40-Hours per week
• Day Shift
• Benefit Eligible

Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area.

Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world's best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care.

BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care to identified patients in collaboration with providers and care team to assess, develop and implement a plan of care to deliver clinically appropriate, high-quality, cost-effective care. The ambulatory RN offers oversight/guidance to clinical staff working in the clinic and helps to support providers with daily patient management.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with PCPs and Specialists to develop and implement care plans to maximize healthcare outcomes and facilitate wellness with periodic review and update according to department protocols. Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs. Assures that clinical protocols and patient assessment guidelines are followed in accordance with standard operating procedures and compliance guidelines. Supports providers in appropriately documenting patient assessment and treatment protocols in accordance with compliance standards. Provides patient education and support, including verbal and written instructions; uses the appropriate tools and techniques to assess the patient's and/or family's ability to receive education; takes initiative to problem solve and demonstrates critical thinking skills. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's - Nursing

Experience

2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)RN

Preferred Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Nursing

Experience

5-10 years

Benefits And Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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