Ambulatory Cardiology RN: Care Coordinator & Mentor

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiology -- EP Technician Operations in an ambulatory setting seeks an RN to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. The role coordinates operations including patient scheduling, records, and admissions while counseling patients and families on treatments and conditions.

As a liaison among case managers, home health, utilization review and others, you will coordinate patient services, mentor staff, and ensure confidentiality

Qualifications

• Knowledge of clinical nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems/EHR, tools and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of approved nursing care procedures and protocols.
• Valid RN License.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by performing problem-focused assessments, planning, implementing and evaluating treatments and interventions for patients in the physicians practice. Accurately documents care provided into the patient's electronic medical record.
• Coordinates the delivery of care within the practice setting and across health care settings. Administers and coordinates resources and direct clinical and organizational activities and workflow within the practice setting. Refers patients to needed services as ordered by the provider.
• Fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of care, services, patient satisfaction and outcomes, work environment patient and staff safety, and organizational performance.
• Communicates openly with patients, caregivers, and other health care professionals regarding patient care and the ambulatory care nurse's role in the provision of that care within the practice setting.
• Ensures patients have access to care that is appropriate, safe, effective, timely, efficient, and equitable, resulting in optimal health states for patients and cost-effective outcomes for the practice and organization.
• Serves as a mentor for new staff, colleagues, and students; actively participates in orientation and ongoing education programs; positively interacts with and contributes to the professional development of clinical staff, peers, and colleagues.
• Preserves patients' rights to confidentiality, privacy, and self-determination within legal, regulatory, and ethical parameters. Reports patient's issues or concerns to supervisor as appropriate.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

Skills

Nursing care procedures

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

EHR systems

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

RN License

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Cardiology -- EP Technician Operations in an ambulatory setting seeks an RN to assess, develop, implement and evaluate nursing care and treatment for patients in an assigned clinical area. The role coordinates operations including patient scheduling, records, and admissions while counseling patients and families on treatments and conditions.

As a liaison among case managers, home health, utilization review and others, you will coordinate patient services, mentor staff, and ensure confidentiality