Registered Nurse - Out Patient Clinics

Job: Outpatient Specialty Clinic RN (Registered Nurse)

 Position Summary:

The Specialty Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient-centered nursing care in a specialized outpatient clinic setting. This role involves assessment, triage, coordination of care, patient education, and direct clinical support to providers. The RN collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patients receive high-quality, evidence-based care aligned with the specialty's protocols. Specialty Clinics include but are not limited to Cardiology, Orthopedics, Gastroenterology, Endocrinology, Gynecology, and Pulmonology.  Provides patient care in alignment with American Nurses Association (ANA), and appropriate governing body as it relates to specific clinic standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care & Clinical Support:

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking and vital signs.
• Assist with specialized procedures and treatments (e.g., infusions, wound care, injections, diagnostic prep).
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by providers.
• Monitor patient responses and communicate changes in condition to the provider.

• Triage patients via phone or in person, determining appropriate care paths.
• Coordinate referrals, diagnostic testing, and follow-up appointments.
• Ensure timely documentation of all nursing care and patient interactions in the EMR.

• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, medication management, and self-care.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure instructions specific to the clinic specialty.

• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, and administrative staff to support efficient clinic operations.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and care planning meetings when applicable.

• Follow all infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
• Maintain nursing licensure and specialty certifications as required.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives within the clinic.
• Participation in peer review activities and other quality/safety initiatives
• Maintains required education set forth by the institution, CBA, and department per policy
• Adhere to all policies and protocols set forth by the institution
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Required
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program; BSN preferred.
  • Current RN license in New York State
  • BLS certification required within 3 months of hire
  • ACLS within 6 months of hire
  • Sedation Certification or passing of sedation curriculum within 3 months of hire
• Preferred:
  • 1–2 years RN experience, preferably in a specialty or outpatient clinic setting.
  • Specialty experience (e.g., cardiology, endocrinology, GI, etc.) strongly preferred.
• Skills:
  • Excellent clinical judgment and critical thinking.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • EMR proficiency (e.g., Epic, Cerner).
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment.
  • Strong emotional intelligence, including the ability to manage stress, show empathy, communicate effectively, and respond appropriately in sensitive or high-pressure situations.

Working Conditions:

• Outpatient clinic environment with typical weekday hours (may vary by clinic) 

• Requires standing, walking, and lifting during patient care activities 

• Frequent exposure to body fluids, hazardous materials, and infectious diseases emotionally intense situations 

• Requires physical stamina and emotional resilience 
• Exposure to chemicals/solutions specific to the department (Refer to M.S.D.S. Manual)

Upholds the organization’s Mission, Values, and Standards of Excellence:

• Demonstrates integrity, compassion, and respect when working with patients,
• families, visitors, and staff
• Protects the privacy and confidentiality of patients, families, staff and the proprietary business and/or financial information of the organization by creating and maintaining a secure, respectful, and trusting environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to patients, families and staff by meeting the organization’s attendance expectations as outlined in the organization’s Time and
• Attendance Policy and departmental standards (reports to work on time, manages unscheduled time off, etc.)
• Adheres to the organization’s Professional Appearance Policy and maintains a neat and well organized work area
• Appropriately wears an identification badge at all times
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of job responsibilities, focuses on customer needs, and strives to do the job right the first time
• Demonstrates appropriate use of the organization’s resources (phones, e-mails, Internet, photocopies, supplies, etc.)
• Supports and contributes to a culture that allows staff to feel appreciated, included, and valued.
• Displays a positive attitude and image to our patients, visitors, co-workers and
• Promotes diversity and respects coworkers, patients and their families regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religious belief, age, and/or disability.