Cardiology Registered Nurse

Job Summary

The Cardiac Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. The registered nurse cardiac -vascular possesses advanced knowledge and skill in the area of cardiac nursing.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.
• Minimum of three years registered nurse cardiac -vascular experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 60 days of hire.
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations.
• Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) preferred OR Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred.

What You Will Do in This Role

• Uses critical thinking skills to assess facts and make rational decisions quickly and effectively when working with patients who have heart complications.
• Participates as part of an interdisciplinary care team in the treatment of cardiac – vascular conditions such as heart failure, heart valve disorders, high blood pressure, vascular disorders, heart attack and arrythmia.
• Interprets data and responds to urgent situations in a way that optimizes patient care and produces positive outcomes.
• Uses analytical skills to review test results, draw conclusions, and advise on treatment plans.
• Performs and interprets various cardiac and vascular lab tests.
• Works closely with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, electrophysiologists, and other physicians in the care and treatment of full range of cardiovascular conditions.
• Participates in clinical trials and clinical research programs as per clinic needs.
• Documents legible and concise entries in the medical record.
• Documents complete medical history on each patient on initial session and updated medical record appropriately with each visit.
• Performs appropriate patient preparation for each visit and/or procedure.
• Performs medication reconciliation on each visit.
• Educates patients on cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to preventive measures.
• Helps diagnose and treat cardiovascular events.
• Aids in performing diagnostic tests such as ECG’s, EKG’s.
• Initiates Holter and Event monitors.
• Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment.
• Maintains an orderly, efficient, and timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physician’s examination.
• Provides general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment.
• Screens patients for appropriate information.
• Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Arranges for patient testing and admissions.
• Checks rooms daily for necessary supplies.
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
• Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Maintains and reviews patients’ records and other pertinent information.
• Posts tests and examination results.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Administers medications in accordance with physician orders.
• Maintains current knowledge to assure a safe working environment and demonstrates practical application of all policies and procedures relative to safety and infection control.
• Utilizes universal precautions in any potential contact with patient body fluids or used patient supplies that may be contaminated with patient body fluids.
• Projects a positive image of the facility in all interactions and supporting effective team functioning.
• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Centennial Heart, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.

Note

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.