Ambulatory Clinic RN-palliative medicine

Ambulatory Clinic RN-palliative medicine

Our nurses are leaders and decision makers, working closely with physicians to provide the best care and most advanced treatments. On our team, you’ll work in an environment of respect and professionalism, and you’ll have the support to advance your nursing career in the direction you choose. Find out more about the wide variety of opportunities for nurses at The University of Kansas Health System.

Position Summary / Career Interest: The registered nurse utilized the nursing process to coordinate the interdisciplinary approach to patient care. Responsible for promoting and restoring patient’s health by completing the nursing process; collaborating with physicians and team members; and providing physical and psychological support to patients and their families. Exhibits the core values of the organization, compassion, integrity and unity. He/she practices within the boundaries of the Kansas Nurse Practice Act, specialty standards, and organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Consistently meets work schedule.
• Demonstrates critical thinking utilizing all aspects of the nursing process.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients.
• Coordinates health care services with hospital, vendors, physician's offices and other institutions.
• Answers patient/significant others phone calls, evaluate patient's needs, and triage patient care.
• Provides patient/family education using resources available.
• Acts as liaison between patient, significant others and health team members.
• Identifies area for professional growth.
• Participates fully as a member of the Patient Centered Medical Home Team.
• 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

• Associate Degree Nursing
• High School Graduate

Preferred Education and Experience

• 1 or more years of previous healthcare experience

Required Licensure and Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing OR
• Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of Nursing
• Staff hired prior to 2/1/2024 are required to obtain a multistate state RN license from the state in which they live at the time of their next RN license renewal by 3/31/2026.
• CPR/ AED/ BLS - Other BLS

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

The main reason I love coming to work is because of the amazing team. We promote a nursing culture that encourages kindness and teamwork, and I absolutely love that about our hospital. –
Riley Ferree
, RN

Our robust medical, dental and vision package allows you to choose options that are best for your family. We offer life, disability, and accident insurance plus voluntary offerings such as critical illness insurance and identity theft protection.

In addition to the quality healthcare we provide, we have opportunities to serve externally in our community in activities throughout the year.

At the health system, we are a team. If you are highly skilled and motivated but don’t want to work in an “everyone for themselves” culture like many academic institutions have, this is your place.

We have a comprehensive wellness program with resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. Our new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) includes free counseling sessions and legal advice options.

We offer tuition reimbursement for formal education credits.

We offer a retirement savings plan with an employer contribute.

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