Cardiology Ambulatory Care RN - Patient-Centered Care & Coordination

Wakemed; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Physician Practices seeks an experienced Ambulatory Care Nurse (RN) to coordinate and manage patient needs in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This role partners with physicians and the care team to deliver evidence-based care, triage concerns, and support patients and families throughout their healthcare journey.

Candidates must hold NC RN licensure, with 2 years nursing or related experience; outpatient background preferred.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in North Carolina.
• Experience in outpatient setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment, patient education, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced ambulatory environment.
• Commitment to delivering care per WakeMed standards and patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 in outpatient settings.
• Maintain accurate documentation and support quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Care coordination

Multitasking in ambulatory care

Education

NC RN licensure

Diploma/ associate degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

WakeMed Physician Practices seeks an experienced Ambulatory Care Nurse (RN) to coordinate and manage patient needs in a fast-paced outpatient setting. This role partners with physicians and the care team to deliver evidence-based care, triage concerns, and support patients and families throughout their healthcare journey.

Candidates must hold NC RN licensure, with 2 years nursing or related experience; outpatient background preferred.