Ambulatory Care Nurse, Cardiology

Carle Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in Illinois to deliver high-quality patient care under the direction of a health care provider. The role requires applying the Nursing Process, triage via telephone, and accurate documentation in the electronic health record.

The position involves assisting providers during examinations, preparing patients for procedures, drawing blood and collecting specimens, and supervising LPNs/CMA staff within approved protocols.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Illinois (IDFPR).
• Nursing education background.
• Ability to perform clinical duties under supervision as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider and clinical staff with preparing patients for examination and minor procedures.
• Draw blood and collect specimens for labs as needed.
• Apply the Nursing Process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention, evaluation).
• Provide telephone triage and home health guidance; follow up on patient progress.
• Complete referrals or lab testing forms with CPT/ICD coding as required.
• Maintain follow-up appointment tracking and documented communication in EHR.
• Supervise delegated duties to LPNs and Ma/CMA per clinical protocols; attend meetings to stay informed.
• Ensure compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety, Risk Management, HIPAA and related policies.

Skills

Nursing care

Vital signs

Telephone triage

Education

RN license (IDFPR)

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Under the direction of a health care provider, Clinical Nurse RN, is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of our patients.
Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), Education: Nursing, Work Experience:
Clinical Excellence/Patient Care
Assist provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures.
May be required to draw and collect blood and other samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
Apply Nursing Process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation within licensure guidelines).
Telephone triage by providing and documenting advice for home care of illness/conditions; conducting follow-up phone calls regarding patient’s health and progress as necessary.
Complete appropriate forms or requisitions needed for referrals or lab testing, including appropriate CPT/ICD-9 coding.
Responsible for tracking system for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status.
Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient’s electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.
Supervision of delegated duties to LPN and CMA on approved clinical protocols. Be aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization’s intranet site.
Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management guidelines.
Maintain compliance and behave in a manner consistent with all policies and procedures, including but not limited to Compliance, HIPAA and personnel workplace rules.
Behave in a manner consistent with all Compliance and HIPAA policies and procedures.
Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office.
At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.
Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.