RN Ambulatory

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks an RN-Ambulatory to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care for patients in an ambulatory setting. You will coordinate patient scheduling, maintain records, and manage the admissions process within the practice.

This role emphasizes collaboration with case managers, home health, utilization review, and other health professionals to ensure safe, effective, timely, and cost-efficient patient care.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems/EHR, tools and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of approved nursing care procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by performing assessments, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments for patients in the practice.
• Coordinates care delivery within the practice and across health care settings; manages resources and workflow.
• Mentors staff, supports orientation and ongoing education for clinicians.
• Communicates with patients and caregivers regarding care and the ambulatory nurse role.
• Ensures access to appropriate, safe, effective and timely care; supports cost-effective outcomes.

Skills

Clinical nursing care

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

EHR familiarity

Team collaboration

Nursing procedures

Education

RN License

Job description

Job Requisition ID

R00053121

Job Category

Nursing

Organization

Cardiology -- EP Technician Operations

Location/s

Specialty Select

Job Title

RN-Ambulatory

Job Summary

To assess, develop, implement and evaluate the nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. To coordinate the operations of a clinical area including patient scheduling, maintaining patient records and managing the patient admissions process. To counsel with patients and family members on treatment and conditions of patients. To act as liaison between case managers, home health nurses, utilization review, etc. To coordinate patient services and care. To perform job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Education & Experience

Certifications, Licenses or Registration required: Valid RN License

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems/EHR, tools and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of approved nursing care procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by performing problem-focused assessments, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients in the physicians practice. Accurately documents care provided into the patient's electronic medical record.
• Coordinates the delivery of care within the practice setting and across health care settings. Administers and coordinates resources and direct clinical and organizational activities and workflow within the practice setting. Refers patients to needed services as ordered by the provider.
• Fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of care, services, patient satisfaction and outcomes, work environment patient and staff safety, and organizational performance.
• Communicates openly with patients, caregivers, and other health care professionals regarding patient care and the ambulatory care nurse's role in the provision of that care within the practice setting.
• Ensures patients have access to care that is appropriate, safe, effective, timely, efficient, and equitable, resulting in optimal health states for patients and cost-effective outcomes for the practice and organization.
• Serves as a mentor for new staff, colleagues, and students; actively participates in orientation and ongoing education programs; positively interacts with and contributes to the professional development of clinical staff, peers, and colleagues.
• Preserves patients' rights to confidentiality, privacy, and self-determination within legal, regulatory, and ethical parameters. Reports patient's issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Actively engages in practice and organizational initiatives that create and maintain an internal environment that is safe, hazard-free, ergonomically correct, confidential, and comfortable for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Complies with practice and organizational policies, protocols, and guidelines addressing the prevention of the spread of infection and allergic reactions, the disposal of biohazardous waste, and maintenance of a safe, comfortable environment.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreea