Registered Nurse - Non-Invasive Cardiology

PRN

Day Shift

7a-7p

General Summary

Provides professional nursing assessment, judgement, pre-test assessment and intervention skills for the Cardiology department, as well as performing studies used in the diagnosis of heart/vascular disease and electrical/mechanical heart abnormalities. Performs telemetry monitored diagnostic cardiac stress testing procedures at an advanced skill and knowledge level.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the oversight of ECG monitored cardiac stress tests as assigned and responding to urgent/emergent situations during testing. Functions independently following ACLS and department protocols. Monitors patient hemodynamic status during stress testing and TEE/Cardioversions.
• Safely and independently administers medications during procedures according to standardized protocols and physician orders.
• Reviews patient history and risk stratification for stress testing to determine the appropriate level of supervision. Consults with a cardiologist as risk stratification indicates.
• Utilizes nursing process to provide quality, compassionate care in a safe environment.
• Educates and responds to patient questions and concerns regarding cardiac testing which may include stress testing.
• Independently recognizes changes in patient condition related to cardiac testing which may include stress testing and directs interventions based on assessment of patient. Initiates emergency action in response to acute risk situations.
• Maintains documentation in patient record.
• Follows radiation safety polices as outlined.
• Proficient at starting IV’s.
• Assists other staff in the department with patient care and daily tasks when needed.
• Notifies and collaborates with physician when further patient evaluation/intervention is needed.
• Variation of duties may result based on the assigned customer care unit(s). This may include differences in the specific clinical skills required of the RN. Unit based skill lists outline expectations beyond the house wide RN requirements. SYS-NURS-L Nursing Education Requirements Policy outlines current certification(s) required for specific areas of nursing practice and is considered to be part of the job description.
• In addition to requirements specified in the license and certification section below, current BLS certification for all areas of nursing practice is required.Current certification may be required for the following areas of nursing practice:Emergency Care Center – ACLS, PALSIntensive Care Center & MSCC Lead – ACLS, PALSL&D – ACLS, NRP, - Experienced L&D nurses will obtain within 6 months and new L&D nurses will obtain at 1 year of experienceNICU – NRPPEDS – PALSPCC/PACU/ENDO – ACLS, PALSProcedural – ACLS

Common Expectations

• Seeks learning opportunities and resources beyond own work environment and incorporates into practice the new knowledge and skills acquired. Encouraged to share pertinent information and job knowledge, related to readings, educational programs and participation in professional organization activities.
• Actively promotes an environment conducive to professional practice, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient and staff safety. Supports Shared Decision Making by unit and/or hospital-wide committee membership or by supporting and helping fellow co-workers attend committee meetings and/or work on projects.
• Promotes cooperation and communication among all team members. Seeks opportunities to assist co-workers without compromising individual responsibilities.
• Consistently interacts with others in a manner that is perceived to be positive, supportive, and respectful.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Enhances professional growth and development through advanced/continuing education to maintain up-to-date knowledge, skills, and competencies.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Attends meetings as required, and participates on committees as requested.

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequently
• Walking - Frequently
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Carrying/Lifting - Occasionally (50lbs)
• Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally (50lbs)
• Kneeling/Crouching - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Occasionally
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Occasionally

Working Environment

• Occupational Hazards - Occasionally
• Bloodborne Pathogen - Exposure

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Associates Degree Required
• Bachelors Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Work Experience

• 2 years Acute care experience. Required and
• 1 year Cardiac related experience. Required

Licenses

• Licensed Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required or
• Registered Nurse Multi State License Upon Hire Required and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required