RN- Cardiac Clinic(Heart Center) DRA7196

Methodist Hospitals; Broadway; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated registered nurse to join their team. This role involves providing primary care services, conducting assessments, and developing care plans for patients in a physician office setting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cardiology, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to impact patient health positively while working in a supportive and professional setting that values continuous education and leadership development.

Qualifications

• Graduation as a registered nurse and current CPR or ACLS certification required.
• 2 years of experience in cardiology, preferably in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care services and medical evaluations to patients.
• Monitor and document treatment progress and patient responses.

Skills

Patient Care

IV Lasik Administration

Medication Adjustment

Patient Education

Leadership

Independent Action

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse Degree

Nursing Diploma

CPR or ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Under direction, to perform work providing primary care services, assessment, treatment, care planning and medical evaluation, to patients within the scope of their license to practice in the State of Indiana in a physician office practice setting.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions)

1. Obtains patient consent for care and ensures patient confidentiality, gathers medical history, information on chief complaints, vital signs, and health risk factors and assesses disease conditions.
2. Provides patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, physician instruction and federal/state laws and regulations.
3. Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, administers prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
4. Performs a complete physical exam, including the complete system on patients identifying abnormalities and changes, and documents findings in the patients chart and relays pertinent information to the physician.
5. Provides leadership and direction for the program and office staff, and mentors office staff, providing leadership and direction.
6. Supports the activities of the physicians through consultation and direct patient care activities in physician office settings.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Running a Coumadin Clinic Preferred.
• Must have Experience giving IV Lasik and completing STD, FMLA Paperwork etc.
• Be willing to Assist Medical Assistants with questions (ex. Medications, Prior Authorizations).
• Educating patients and Adjusting Medications Accordingly.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the adolescent, young adult, middle adult and geriatric patient served within the service line.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Demonstrates a high degree of independent action, constantly seeks new information and sources.
• Professional leadership evident through membership and active involvement in the professional community and organizations.
• Ability to assess and interpret data about the patients status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs and to provide the care needed by the adolescent, young adult, middle adult and geriatric patient groups serviced.
• Ability to update and maintain current knowledge based through continuing education.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

EDUCATION

• Graduation from a recognized college or university as a registered nurse.
• College Diploma Nursing Required.
• Two (2) years of responsible work experience as a Registered Nurse in Cardiology is Required, preferably in a physician office or clinic setting.
• 2 years Experience Administering Anti-coagulation Coumadin doses to Patients within a Clinic setting, preferred.
• 2 years Nursing Required.
• Indiana Licensed Registered Nurse.
• Current CPR or ACLS Certification Required.

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE

Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.