Registered Nurse Cardiac

Benefits

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
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Responsibilities

• •The 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
• •The registered cardiac -vascular nurse demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in the anticipation and planning for the care of the patient
• •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
• •Assists in performing diagnostic tests such as ECG’s, EKG’s
• •Initiatives Holter and Event monitors
• •Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment
• •Evaluates and monitor heart related devices such as pacemakers
• •Monitors the patient and their vitals, especially cardiovascular readings
• •Assesses and interprets lab results
• •Possesses knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure
• •Makes critical decisions concerning the initiative of emergency medical procedures as appropriate
• •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 confidentially
• •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”
• •Perform other duties as assigned
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