Ambulatory Nurse - Gastroenterology

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Caruthersville (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Caruthersville, MO seeks an experienced registered nurse to provide direct outpatient patient care in collaboration with healthcare providers. You will assess, develop, and implement care plans while supporting clinical staff and ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care.

The role emphasizes education of patients and families, adherence to protocols, and a safe, compassionate healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• RN license required; BLS certification required.
• Nursing Diploma/ADN required; BSN preferred.
• 2–5 years nursing experience; 5–10 years for advanced roles.
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills; patient education experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PCPs and specialists to develop and update care plans to improve health outcomes.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs using nursing skills.
• Follow clinical protocols and documentation standards for compliance.
• Educate and support patients and families using effective communication tools.
• Support a safety-sensitive environment by maintaining alertness and safety standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

RN license

BLS certification

Nursing Diploma/ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Role Overview

Provides direct outpatient patient care in collaboration with healthcare providers to assess, develop, and implement effective care plans. Supports clinical staff and aids providers with daily patient management, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care.

Role Overview

Provides direct outpatient patient care in collaboration with healthcare providers to assess, develop, and implement effective care plans. Supports clinical staff and aids providers with daily patient management, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with PCPs and specialists to create and update care plans aimed at improving health outcomes.
• Assess physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs of patients using critical nursing skills.
• Follow clinical protocols and documentation standards to ensure compliance.
• Educate and support patients and their families, using appropriate communication tools and techniques.
• Support a safety-sensitive environment by maintaining alertness and safety standards.

Qualifications & Skills

• Nursing Diploma/Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's preferred.
• 2-5 years of nursing experience; 5-10 years preferred for advanced roles.
• Active RN license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills.

Additional Information

Provides a benefit-eligible, day-shift role with no call, weekends, or holidays. Offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off. This position emphasizes delivering exceptional patient care within a collaborative healthcare environment.