Cardiology Nurse (MA, LPN, RN)

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares equipment and aids provider during treatment, examination, and testing of patients including patient screening, histories and vital signs.
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with clinical standards.
• Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Oversees appointment bookings and ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations. Assists in maintaining timely flow of patients.
• Coordinates and schedules procedures at hospital or surgery centers and handles any prior authorizations that may be necessary.
• Initiates patient referrals and coordinates with staff if a patient has barriers with the outside referral.
• Provides patient education regarding procedures.
• Calls patients with necessary results.
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
• Refills prescriptions and handles any medication authorizations for patients.
• Maintains exam rooms for necessary supplies and materials. Ensures cleanliness.
• Consistently displays a positive attitude and a personal commitment to excellence.
• Attends all department meetings and clinic required meetings.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.

Competencies:

• Time Management.

• Teamwork
• Effective Communication
• Quality Focus
• Professional Knowledge

Required Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing or medical assistant school or program.
• Possession of a Florida LPN or RN license or an active MA certification or registration.

• Current American Heart Association recognized Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This position on occasion will require you to lift objects up to 15lbs. Strong verbal and written communication skills required. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Ability to exercise good judgment and positively influence and lead others, including handling confrontations with poise and efficiency. Repetitive motion of upper body required for extended use of computer.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position in an outpatient medical business office setting. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm. Based on business need, the ability to work a flexible schedule, including some overtime as approved in advance.

Travel:

This position does not require any travel.

Work Environment:

This position requires regular and reliable on-site attendance.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

White-Wilson Medical Center, P.A. and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.