The University of Kansas Health System·Kansas City, Kansas
Provides direct patient care in an ambulatory neurology sleep clinic using the nursing process to assess and treat patients. Responsible for patient education, coordinating follow-ups, and managing clinical documentation such as FMLA and DME forms.
Ambulatory Clinic Nurse (RN)- Neurology (Sleep) Days - Full Time Sutherland Institute Position Summary / Career Interest: Hours: Clinic is open M-F 8-4:30, nurses traditionally work 4 10's.
The ambulatory clinic professional registered nurse has the authority, responsibility, and shift accountability for the delivery of nursing care using the nursing process.
The Registered Nurse (RN) accepts accountability, applies competent clinical knowledge and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by health care providers to who care is delegated to achieve quality patient care outcomes.
The RN also must possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Provides direct patient care within the ambulatory setting, based on the nursing process and within role/scope of practice.
Preforms preliminary assessment of patients through observation and chart review to facilitate appropriate follow-up with the healthcare team.
Evaluates unstable or complex patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention.
Implements appropriate clinical decisions and demonstrates appropriate use of expert peers and/or management as applicable.
Accepts accountability and uses independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and by healthcare providers to who care delegated.
Demonstrates the appropriate use of standards, effective use of resources and evaluation of patient response in the delivery of patient care.
Identifies teach/learning needs of patient.
Responsible for educational instruction to patients and families with health care needs.
Evaluates effectiveness of patient and family teaching and makes documentation in patient’s charts.
Responds to/refers incoming patient treatment-related phone calls.
Completes necessary forms (i.e.
FMLA, DME, Home Health orders and obtains physicians signatures as appropriate).
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit.
Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience High School Graduate Associate Degree Nursing 6 months of RN experience 2 or more years RN experience to be an Ambulatory Clinic RN PRN
Requires an Associate Degree in Nursing and a valid Registered Nurse license, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree. Candidates must have at least 6 months of RN experience and current BLS certification.
Market context
Kansas nursing openings commonly favor candidates with prior bedside experience and current licensure, especially in settings that need nurses who can step in with limited onboarding. This role is competitive because it asks for an ADN with BSN completion within five years, one year of RN experience, a multi-state RN license, and BLS and ACLS certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting, then confirm your license status and certification dates before applying to save research time.
Behavioral Health Case Manager
Hospice House Registered Nurse
Staff Pharmacist