Registered Nurse – Ambulatory, Outpatient

Advocate Aurora Health

. Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices .

Posted 9/18/2026part-timeLincolnton • North Carolina • United StatesJunior💰 $36 - $53 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in nursing care through effective assessment, planning, and implementation of evidence-based practices while maintaining a culture of safety and ethical decision-making. Proficient in communication, collaboration, and documentation within a dynamic healthcare environment.

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Registered Nurse (RN) LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationClinical JudgmentCritical ThinkingEHR Documentation

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Hard Skills

Nursing ProcessMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentCare Plan DevelopmentIV InsertionPhysical Safety InterventionsVerbal De-escalationQuality InitiativesEvidence-Based PracticesPatient Care

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationConflict ResolutionTime ManagementProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Records (EHR)Digital PlatformsComputer FunctionsEmail

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Professional GovernancePatient EngagementCare Team CollaborationANA Code of EthicsClinical Nursing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Engage in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices
Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care
Engage patients and families through the continuum of care
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team
Uphold and promote a culture of safety
Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures when required
Demonstrate effective communication, feedback, conflict resolution, team collaboration, and appropriate delegation
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications
Practice ethical decision-making in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel
Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required
Provide age-appropriate patient care based on assessment of growth and development needs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of a Board of Nursing approved nursing education program
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where services are provided
Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing
Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
Time management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proficiency in computer functions, email, electronic records, and digital platforms
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds
Ability to push/pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch; fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures
Ability to perform physical safety interventions and verbal de-escalation if needed
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions
Physical Abilities Testing may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Career development and well-being programs