Ambulatory Acute Care Surgery Nurse Clinician (Part-Time)

Quick Facts

• Part-time, salaried position: 24 hours/week (16 hours in person, 8 hours remote)
• Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 8am–4pm (Wednesday required on-site)
• Setting: Ambulatory acute care surgery outpatient clinic

Description

This part-time Nurse Clinician role supports outpatient operations for an acute care surgery division. You will coordinate clinic operations, triage and manage patient messages and calls, perform pre-attending assessments by phone or in person, document findings, and coordinate follow-up care. The position also includes patient education and acting as a clinical resource for staff and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and clean work environment and comply with OSHA requirements
• Provide pre-attending care: comprehensive nursing assessment, documentation, and recommendations to providers
• Perform routine nursing duties (including phlebotomy, medication administration, and vital sign measurement)
• Assist with complex specialty procedures (e.g., conscious sedation, chemotherapy administration, wound excision/drainage, implantable pain pump filling/adjustment)
• Interpret abnormalities from tests/procedures and document and initiate appropriate remedial action
• Triage and prioritize telephone calls and document assessments
• Manage urgent/emergent situations per organizational protocols and obtain/operate emergency equipment
• Coordinate patient care with internal departments and outside agencies/facilities
• Initiate and coordinate patient education and provide staff teaching

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Nursing and graduation from an accredited nursing program
• Illinois State Licensed Registered Nurse
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification
• 2+ years of relevant clinical experience in an acute or ambulatory care environment

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits program supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, with protection for unexpected life events. Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification; additional details are provided via the employer’s benefits information page.