Cardiology Registered Nurse

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 72,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

HCA Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse with cardio-vascular specialization to provide professional nursing care for clinic patients. The RN will work with an interdisciplinary team to manage cardiac conditions, interpret tests, educate patients, and administer medications as ordered.

This role requires a strong foundation in cardiac care, a current RN license, and BLS with ACLS within 60 days. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to contribute to clinical

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.
• Minimum of three years Cardiac RN experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required.
• Current unrestricted RN license as per state regulations; BLS on hire; ACLS within 60 days of hire.
• Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) or Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care for cardiac-vascular patients as part of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Performs and interprets various cardiac and vascular lab tests.
• Educates patients on cardiovascular diseases and preventive measures.
• Administers medications per physician orders; posts results and documents in records.
• Responds to urgent situations to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Assists in performing diagnostic tests such as ECGs/EKGs and uses Holter/Event monitors.
• Monitors vitals and cardiovascular readings; ensures adherence to ACC/AHA guidelines.

Skills

Cardiac nursing

Interdisciplinary teamwork

ECG/EKG interpretation

Critical thinking

Patient education

Education

RN degree from accredited program

Tools

ECG machines

Holter monitors

Event monitors

Job description

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Registered Nurse Cardio - Vascular provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. The RN cardio- vascular nurse possesses advanced knowledge and skill in cardiac nursing. Also, they will need to demonstrate critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in anticipation and planning for the care of the patient.

What you will do in this role:

Participates as part of an interdisciplinary care team in the treatment of cardiac – vascular conditions such as heart failure, heart valve disorders, high blood pressure, vascular disorders, heart attack and arrythmia

Interprets data and responds to urgent situations in a way that optimizes patient care and produces positive outcomes.

Performs and interprets various cardiac and vascular lab tests

Works closely with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, electrophysiologists, and other physicians in the care and treatment of full range of cardiovascular conditions

Participates in clinical trials and clinical research programs as per clinic needs

Documents legible and concise entries in the medical record.

Performs appropriate patient preparation for each visit and/or procedure.

Educates patients on cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to preventive measures

Assists in performing diagnostic tests such as ECG’s, EKG’s

Initiatives Holter and Event monitors

Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment

Monitors the patient and their vitals, especially cardiovascular readings

Possesses knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure

Provides general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment.

Responds to and refers to incoming telephone calls.

Posts tests and examination results.

Administers medications in accordance with physician orders.

What Qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three years Cardiac RN experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

BLS required upon hire

ACLS required within 60 days of hire

Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations

Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) preferred OR

Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred

Benefits

St. David's Cardiology, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

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