Cardiology Clinic Rn, Ep Triage

SUMMARY STATEMENT: The RN in this position is responsible to assist in day-to-day clinic efficiency, patient flow and care coordination within multiple subspecialties/departments in clinic.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Assist in providing comprehensive cardiac care in clinic environment with strong emphasis on Electrophysiology patient population.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills with health care team and works to eliminate communication barriers.
• Collaborates with colleagues and providers to plan and implement smooth transition for patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
• Pre-visit planning includes verifying all orders are placed, all diagnostic and/or lab test are scheduled in an effort to maximize the patient visit.
• Accurately document provider’s verbal orders and implement plan.
• Assist staff with daily clinic visits, rooming patients, recording weight, height, current medications, allergies, vital signs, and stated reason for visit as needed. Assess, evaluate, and document patient visit.
• Prepare, explain, and assist with instructing procedures, and treatments.
• Perform ECG tracings, understanding and interpretation of standard clinic response to each rhythm.
• Provide patient instruction, placement, and removal of Holter and Event recorders. Assess and evaluate patient understanding of purpose and furnish equipment.
• Demonstrate ability to work with confidential and controlled information including patient records, physician DEA numbers and prescriptions.
• Provide detailed education and explanation of purpose and function, instructions and potential side effects of medications. Utilize handout tools.
• Authorize prescription refills as directed by supervising physician, per MHVI prescription refill policy. Telephone/fax prescriptions to pharmacy.
• Review discharge orders with patient.
• Coordinate with CMA/LPN to schedule ordered tests and procedures.
• RN is responsible for providing a detailed plan of care including explanations and educational resources regarding orders, medications, and tests/procedures.
• Provide patients with test results, assess and evaluate patients understanding and refer to physician if necessary.
• Obtain patient information and necessary reports and tests related to patient visit per release.
• Telephone triage.
• Assist provider in organization and completion of in baskets.
• Assist in the clinic to maintain efficiency and flow.
• Screen test results for abnormalities and need for immediate intervention (access to Dr’s attention).
• Promote the team approach – lead by example.
• Negotiate and delegate work loads as appropriate.
• Competent in performing all LPN/CMA job duties.
• Assist in the clinic as requested especially with comprehensive discharge orders.
• Assist RN teams with high volumes of daily tasks, in baskets, and refills.
• Ensure coverage of floor during lunch hour.
• Respond to patient questions and health needs per Triage or return phone calls. Gather information and symptomatology to establish an adequate assessment. Forward information to Provider.
• Travel between sites.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

EMPLOYMENT SELECTION CRITERIA:

• Five to seven years of RN experience.
• Previous Epic experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced Medical and Cardiology Terminology.
• Clinical assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation skills.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with physicians, patients, staff and public.
• Sound knowledge of CV health and related diagnostic services
• Ability to educate patients, families, staff and students.
• Ability to problem solve and multitask.
• Ability to anticipate needs of patients awhile working closely with physicians to establish plan of care/continuum of care.
• Strong adaptability skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Cath Lab
• Neurology
• Surgery

Physical setting:

• Clinic
• Inpatient
• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person