5-7 years of nursing experience, preferably with emphasis on cardiology.
Ability to assess and manage physical and psychological issues in patients.
Experience in developing and adjusting individualized treatment plans.
Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with physicians and healthcare teams.
Critical thinking skills for independent problem-solving and decision-making.
Responsibilities
Manage patients' physical and psychological concerns.
Evaluate normal and abnormal health findings.
Implement and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Prescribe vaccinations according to guidelines.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation at each patient encounter.
Benefits
Professional development through continued education and competency requirements.
Opportunity to function in a leadership role as a resource person and mentor.
Involvement in patient safety compliance and infection control practices for enhanced outcomes.
Potential for diverse experiences through participation in various healthcare activities and drills.
Full Job Description
Essential Job Functions
Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient.
Identifies normal and abnormal findings.
Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed.
Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments.
Prescribes immunizations per recommended schedules.
Seeks appropriate consultation.
Communicates effectively with the physician and other healthcare providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care.
Initiates and maintains the Problem/Medication list at each encounter.
Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation at each encounter.
Assesses the patient and facilitates consultation when indicated.
Directs patients to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information.
Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation.
Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.
Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
Delegates patient care appropriately.
Maintains accountability for actions taken.
Effectively functions as a resource person.
Acts as a patient advocate.
Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and /or students.
Assists in maintaining / decreasing organizational/department costs.
Completes all competency requirements annually.
Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies.
Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
Practices all National Patient Safety Goals.
Assists in the department's compliance with all regulatory agencies.
Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and survey's.
Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system.
Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies.
Participates in office fire, safety, utility, hazard, and disaster drills as required.
Participates in on-call, weekend coverage, and first assist responsibilities as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
One (1) year of cardiology experience.
Experience with interpreting cardiac imaging and diagnostic testing.
Understanding and interpreting ECGs.
Experience managing acute and chronic cardiac issues. Including but not limited to acute coronary syndromes, arrhythmias, heart failure, pacemaker/defibrillators.
Willingness to train and interest in the Cardiology setting.
