RN - Cardiology

We’re looking for a Registered Nurse who will deliver nursing care using the nursing process, apply clinical knowledge, and exercise independent judgment to achieve quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the ambulatory setting based on the nursing process and within role/scope of practice.
• Perform preliminary patient assessments through observation and chart review to facilitate follow-up with the healthcare team.
• Evaluate unstable or complex patient care situations and facilitate appropriate intervention.
• Implement clinical decisions and demonstrate appropriate use of expert peers and/or management.
• Accept accountability and use independent nursing judgment for care provided by self and delegated healthcare providers.
• Use standards of care, effective resources, and evaluate patient response in delivering care.
• Apply relevant scientific principles, established standards, and research findings in decision-making.
• Determine and revise priorities for patient care activities based on acuity and available resources.
• Use established patient care support systems, including documentation, communication, and information.
• Provide educational instruction to patients and families regarding healthcare needs; evaluate and document teaching effectiveness.
• Assist in orienting new employees according to the unit orientation plan.
• Apply knowledge from educational experiences to patient care and instruction.
• Engage in mentoring, networking, and professional development activities.
• Promote trusting relationships and open communication at the unit level.
• Interact with healthcare team members to meet patient care needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities as appropriate.

Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license issued by the state where services will be provided or a multi-state RN license through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Temporary RN permits accepted per state regulations:
  • Maryland: No temporary permit issued. Must document recent graduation from a nursing school and obtain permanent RN license within 90 days of graduation.
  • Ohio: No temporary permit issued. Ohio nurses must be currently licensed.
  • Pennsylvania: Current PA Registered Nurse Temporary Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within one year of graduation.
  • West Virginia: Current WV Registered Nurse Grad Permit. Must obtain permanent licensure within 180 days from graduation.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Diploma, currently enrolled in a BSN program, with BSN completion within 5 years of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy/hard work requiring strength and stamina, including lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, standing, walking, and carrying materials/equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
• Adhere to safe patient handling guidelines: limit manual lifting to 35 pounds; use lift equipment and patient handling aids as indicated.

Working Environment

• Work closely with others in a team-based setting.
• Protracted or irregular hours, including potential overtime.
• Exposure to biohazards and infectious diseases.
• Frequent handwashing and use of water.
• Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.
• May require travel between multiple clinic locations.

Schedule

40 scheduled hours per week, non-exempt shift.