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    Ambulatory care nurse

    An ambulatory care nurse provides pain management and general health education to patients, in non-emergency situations, outside of a hospital environment.
    Required education
    ADN or BSN
    Average annual salary
    $99,000
    ZipRecruiter.com (Dec. 2025)
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    Varied
    Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
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    Managerial
    Oversee other nurses and help improve healthcare for all.
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    Out-of-hospital
    Treat patients in their homes, during travel, or other non-hospital environments.
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    Patient-facing
    Work hands-on, directly with patients.
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    Independent
    Work on your own or even start your own practice, in some states.

    What is the role of an ambulatory care nurse?

    You’ll help patients with chronic injuries and illnesses by creating treatment plans that allow them to regain their independence.

    What you’ll do as an ambulatory care nurse

    Education

    You’ll teach patients and families how to lead healthy lives.

    Evaluation

    You’ll assess a patient’s general health and find solutions for optimal wellness.

    Management

    You’ll handle documentation, make sure regulations and policies are followed, delegate roles and recommend other healthcare services.

    Treatment

    You’ll help patients manage their pain and create care plans.
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    Where you’ll work as an ambulatory care nurse

    Ambulatory care nurses work in a variety of settings, including:
    • Community clinics
    • Patients’ homes
    • Schools

    How to become an ambulatory care nurse

    Get an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

    When considering a future nursing career, it’s important to explore the different nursing programs available and the paths they offer. With various options like associate degree programs, bachelor’s degree programs, and direct-entry master’s degree programs, prospective students can choose the educational path that best suits their goals and interests.

    Pass the NCLEX-RN.

    Work as a Registered Nurse, and gain 2,000 hours experience in Ambulatory Care and 30 hours of continuing education.

    Work as a Registered Nurse, and gain 2,000 hours experience in Ambulatory Care and 30 hours of continuing education.

    Get your Ambulatory Care Nurse Certification from the American Academy of Ambulatory Care Nursing.

    You’re ready to work as an ambulatory care nurse!

    Ambulatory care nurse career resources

    Become a member of an ambulatory care nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.

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