Cardiac Device RN Billings Downtown Clinic Cardiology

46000 SCL Health Medical Group - Billings LLC; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 78,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

PEAK education program

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Billings, MT is seeking a Cardiac Device Registered Nurse to assess, coordinate, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with implanted cardiac devices. You will coordinate interrogation, programming, and triage of device data during clinic visits or remote transmissions.

Responsibilities include device programming per orders, device recall response, maintaining the clinic database, and educating patients and staff on device function and management.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in state of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• Certification such as ACLS/PALS may be required.
• Cardiology experience in ECG/telemetry/ICU or CV labs preferred.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Proficient with computer systems and data entry.
• Ability to organize, multitask and follow details.

Responsibilities

• Interrogate implanted devices and monitor patient response.
• Program devices per physician orders and manage device settings.
• Prioritize remote transmissions and alert management; troubleshoot devices.
• Maintain the Device Clinic Database and patient records.
• Educate patients, providers, and staff on implantable devices and data.
• Follow action plans during device recalls and advisories.

Skills

RN license

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS

Cardiology experience

Communication skills

Computer skills

Organization & multitasking

Job description

Job Description

The Cardiac Device Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for assessing, coordinating, planning, implementation and evaluating care of patients who have had Cardiac Devices implanted for treatment or diagnosis of cardiac related rhythms. The Cardiac Device Nurse coordinates the interrogation, programming, and triaging of implanted devices’ data, acquired during in-clinic visits or through remote transmissions. The role also serves to educate patients, providers, and other clinical staff on the utility of implantable devices, the intricacies of device functionality and data, and the role these devices play in the management of arrhythmia patients.

Posting Specifics

• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Shift Details: Full time (40 budgeted hours). Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Hours will be flexible as in 8-4:30, 8-5 with long lunch, etc. Potential for remote work.
• Unit/Location: Billings Downtown Clinic Cardiology 2900 12th Ave. N. Suite 204E

Job Essentials

Interrogating implanted devices, monitoring and documenting patients’ response to therapy or changes in device settings, programming adjustments per physician's order, Addressing and prioritizing remote transmissions and alert management, including troubleshooting devices. Maintain Device Clinic Database: Responsible for all aspects of the clinic database. Respond to patient needs: provide patient education regarding devices and respond to calls for device related issues from patients, providers, and vendors. Commitment to continuing education in implantable device procedures and technology. Works with compliance to develop, implement and follow through on action plans when industry device recall and advisories occur.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current RN License in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Practice specific certification as required by the clinical setting in which they work (i.e., ACLS, PALS, etc.).
• Previous Cardiology experience; ECG, Tele Unit, CV ICU, Cath Lab, or CV positions within industry etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer software.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work, multi-task, and follow-though on details.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Cardiac Device experience
• Experience as an RN
• Previous experience in arrhythmia management and implanted cardiac devices.
• IBHRE (International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners) certification.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.). May be expected to sit or stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location

Billings Downtown Clinic

Work City

Billings

Work State

Montana

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Salary

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $37.45 - $57.29

Benefits

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health’s PEAK Program

Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Additional Information

This position will work closely with device reps. The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. All positions subject to close without notice. Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!