TCHP Registered Nurse - Cardiology - Ft. Wright E1 - Full Time Days

About the role

Interview patients to determine medical problem/condition and document in chart (EMR) for physician; when necessary, obtain and record patient vital signs including weight and assist physician with patient examination as needed. Explain procedures and treatments to patient to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension; maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs; manage lipids, protimes, and phone triage of patient concerns.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients to determine medical problem/condition and document in chart (EMR) for physician; obtain and record vital signs including weight; assist physician with patient examination; explain procedures and treatments to gain cooperation and allay apprehension; maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs; manage lipids, protimes, and phone triage of patient concerns.
• Follow up on physician orders and lab requests; obtain direction from physician as needed; inform patient of test results and further treatment prescribed; provide explanation and education to patient; document services performed in EMR for billing purposes; observe patient, record significant conditions and reactions; notify supervisor or physician of patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatment, and significant incidents; assist physician in clinical care of patient.
• Document nursing history in EMR and physical assessment for assigned patients; initiate a patient education plan according to individualized needs as prescribed by the physician.
• Abstract patient records via the EMR; occasionally sort or perform chart preparation (not a routine duty).
• Use EMR functions such as tasking, messaging, and disease management; use Centricity and other software as appropriate to support nursing functions.
• Respond to emergency situations based on nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol; maintain crash cart and defibrillator.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (AD and Diploma nurses accepted; BSN preferred).

Experience

• 3 years RN experience preferred.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Defibrillator, blood pressure monitor, EKG equipment, treadmill, and crash cart maintenance.
• Copier, fax, and computer skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Centricity/EMR preferred).

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed RN by State Board.
• BLS certification required.