Ambulatory Nurse: Direct Patient Care & Teaching

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown seeks an experienced ambulatory RN. The role involves direct patient care, assessments, and coordination with the health care team to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

Licensure requirements include a current RN license (state or eNLC) and a temporary permit if required by the state board, with permanent licensure pursued within the indicated timelines. 40 hours weekly; non-exempt shift structure.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice or multi-state license via eNLC.
• Temporary RN permit as required by the state board.
• Documentation of nursing program graduation and ability to obtain permanent licensure within specified timelines.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care in ambulatory settings using the nursing process.
• Performs initial patient assessments to guide follow-up with health care team.
• Evaluates complex patient care situations and initiates appropriate interventions.
• Demonstrates independent nursing judgment and collaborates with care team.
• Mentors and educates patients, families, and new staff as assigned.
• Contributes to performance improvement and patient care standards.

Skills

RN licensure

Temporary permit awareness

Education

Nursing program completion

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown seeks an experienced ambulatory RN. The role involves direct patient care, assessments, and coordination with the health care team to ensure safe, effective outcomes.

Licensure requirements include a current RN license (state or eNLC) and a temporary permit if required by the state board, with permanent licensure pursued within the indicated timelines. 40 hours weekly; non-exempt shift structure.