Additional Information About the Role

Full-Time Day Shift
Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus (2yr commitment)
Mon-Fri: 8am-4:30pm
No Weekends, No Holidays, No call
"Closing Shift" 1x a week - leave around 5:30pm
Eligible for Benefits
Barnes-Jewish Hospital - Center of Outpatient Health
About the Primary Care Medicine Clinic
The Primary Care Medicine Clinic at Barnes-Jewish Hospital provides comprehensive outpatient medical care, including diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. Staffed by Washington University School of Medicine faculty and resident physicians, the clinic serves a diverse patient population, including uninsured and underinsured individuals. Patients can access primary care services without referrals, while most specialty care requires one. The clinic operates Monday through Friday and is part of Barnes-Jewish Hospital, a top-ranked teaching hospital affiliated with BJC HealthCare.

Nurses at the Primary Care Medicine Clinic play a vital role in patient care. Their responsibilities include conducting initial patient assessments, taking medical histories, checking vital signs, administering medications and vaccinations, and assisting physicians during examinations and procedures. They also provide patient education on disease management, medications, and lifestyle changes. Additionally, nurses coordinate care by scheduling follow-ups, managing patient records, and communicating with other healthcare providers. They may also assist with minor procedures and respond to patient concerns, ensuring high-quality, compassionate care in this outpatient setting.

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The Department of Ambulatory Services at Barnes-Jewish Hospital consists of the multidisciplinary staff of BJH Ambulatory Services including responsibility for the GI Labs, Minor Procedure Center, Pain Management Center, Diabetes Center, Resident Clinics, Wound/Ostomy Center and other services as assigned. This department assures that all customers receive the highest level of attention and prompt, courteous service.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care activities including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation within the guidelines of the standards of nursing care.

Responsibilities

Promotes patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Educates patients and their families on how to manage their illness or injury, including post treatment home care needs and medication administration.

Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Develops, implements, and documents individual plans of care with defined goals in collaboration with other members of the interprofessional team and patient, family or caregiver in accordance with the established guidelines and standards of nursing care. Proactively plans and ensures communication of the plan of care across the continuum of care.

Uses critical nursing skills to assess and evaluate physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs according to standards of care. Assess patient preferences and barriers to involvement in care, including their values, emotional, spiritual, cultural, and population-specific needs.

BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Nursing Diploma/Associate's

- Nursing

Experience

No Experience

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

RN

Preferred Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree

- Nursing

Experience

2-5 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
401(k) plan with BJC match
Tuition Assistance available on first day
BJC Institute for Learning and Development
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

Outpatient Nurse - Primary Care Clinic