Ambulatory Registered Nurse – Breast Diagnostic Clinic in the Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM).  The Breast Diagnostic Clinic provides diagnosis and treatment to patients with a variety of conditions including abnormal mammograms, breast lumps, breast pain, fibrocystic breasts and breast cancer.

RN responsibilities in this position include face to face patient visits, telehealth nursing, and care coordination of multidisciplinary appointments. The Breast Clinic RN collaborates with the medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical, and research care teams.  Patient visits include, but are not limited to, patient education related to breast symptom management/ issues, disease pathology, potential treatment options, and acupressure.  This role also includes telephone care related to triaging breast concerns, care planning, and screening.  The RN collaborates daily with physicians, advanced practitioners, desk operations, appointment specialists, Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) and medical administrative assistants. 

This position(s) will be located primarily in the Breast Diagnostic Clinic on Gonda 2.  The ANA Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice and the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing (AAACN) provide a basis for nursing practice in the ambulatory care setting.  The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient.

The registered nurse (RN) is accountable for the coordination of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. The RN supports professional nursing practice across practice settings and across the continuum of care to meet the needs of the patient and family. The RN will function within the Mayo Clinic Nursing Professional Practice Model, which includes accountability for planning, implementing, evaluating and communicating all phases of nursing care for assigned patients. The ANA Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice provide a basis for the practice of the RN. The RN provides leadership through activities such as preceptor role, informal and formal leadership roles, and quality improvement efforts. The RN delegates patient care according to skill level, experience, patient acuity, fiscal accountability and availability of resources. The RN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and may participate on committees or projects. A subset of employees may be required to drive their personal vehicle as a part of the responsibility of their role. 

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Graduate of a baccalaureate nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA, at least one year of RN experience in an applicable care setting or one year of LPN experience at Mayo Clinic is required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020 and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date prior to April 1, 2020 must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program as stipulated by the degree requirement program in place at time of hire.
 

BSN required; Acute care experience within the last 2 years required. Minimum of two years recent RN experience in ambulatory and or acute care setting required. Oncology, Breast Health, and/or Breast Surgical Nursing Experience required. Demonstrated ability to work on a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with others. Strong problem-solving skills with ability to deal with unpredictable situations. Capable to function autonomously, adapt to changing environment and support continuous improvement initiatives. Must be self-motivated with demonstrated leadership skills and possess excellent oral and written communication skills. Computer and keyboarding skills required.

Mayo Clinic employees are asked to attach up to 3 of their most recent performance evaluations in order to be considered for this position.

License and Certification:

Current RN license by applicable state requirements. 

BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date – acceptable BLS certificates are American Heart Association: “BLS Provider” or American Red Cross: “Basic Life Support” or “CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers”.

Additional state licensure(s) and/or specialty certification/training as required by the work area.