Urgent Care RN - Ambulatory Nursing & Patient Education

WVU Medicine; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver ambulatory care using the nursing process. You will assess patients, make clinical decisions, and mentor colleagues while educating patients and families about their health needs.

Requires active RN license (state or eNLC). The role may involve shift variations and coordination with the health team to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state or multi-state license via eNLC.
• Must obtain permanent licensure within specified time from graduation where required.
• Temporary permits are state-specific and not multi-state.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within ambulatory setting based on nursing process.
• Perform preliminary patient assessments to guide follow-up with care team.
• Evaluate complex situations and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Use independent nursing judgment and standards of care in delivering patient care.
• Assist in orientation and education of patients and families regarding care needs.

Skills

Nursing process

Independent clinical judgment

Patient assessment

Education to patients and families

Mentoring / professional development

Education

RN license (state or eNLC)

Temporary RN permit (if required)

Job description

WH Wheeling Hospital Inc. seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver ambulatory care using the nursing process. You will assess patients, make clinical decisions, and mentor colleagues while educating patients and families about their health needs.

Requires active RN license (state or eNLC). The role may involve shift variations and coordination with the health team to ensure quality patient outcomes.