Device Nurse, Electrophysiology

Berger Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus, OH is seeking a Device Nurse in the Electrophysiology department. Join our Cardiology Device Team, with no weekends, holidays, or on-call responsibilities.

You will train with seasoned staff and EP physicians, gaining hands-on experience with implantable cardiac devices. The role involves nursing care for patients with pacemakers, ICDs, and loop monitors, performing device interrogations, programming, and education, while using Care Connect and PaceMate EMR systems.

Qualifications

• RN with cardiology experience preferred, electrophysiology a plus.
• At least 5 years cardiology experience, preferably electrophysiology.
• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse by the Ohio Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform interrogation, evaluation and reprogramming of cardiac rhythm management devices.
• Review remote, trans-telephonic and in-office evaluations and documentations.
• Provide patient and family education with appropriate documentation in EMR and Paceart.
• Adhere to billing guidelines and promote positive staff relations.

Skills

Nursing care

Cardiology

Electrophysiology

Device interrogation

Patient education

Education

RN - Registered Nurse

Ohio Board of Nursing license

Tools

Paceart

Care Connect

EMR

Job description

## Device Nurse, ElectrophysiologyApplylocations: 3705 OLENTANGY RIVER RD LOWER LEVELtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR152587**We are more than a health system. We are a belief system.** We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.**Job Description Summary:**Come join our Cardiology Device Team! No weekends, Holidays, or on-call responsibilities. Train and learn each and every day while working side by side with peers and Electrophysiologists. Be on the cutting edge of Cardiology Device Technology. Choose your schedule. Offering four 10 hour shifts or five 8 hour shifts. Your orientation plan consists with being paired with seasoned Device staff for hands on training gaining experience for several months followed by a formal education on Devices. Responsible for providing professional Nursing care in the analysis of data for patients with implantable cardiac devices including pacemakers, defibrillators and loop devices, following established standards and practices including: • Providing nursing skills to evaluate patients with arrhythmias • Mastering the technical skills to evaluate patients with cardiac rhythm management devices • Troubleshoot Device Interrogation with collaboration with Electrophysiologists • Mastering knowledge of various manufacturers devices and models • Play vital role in new technology protocols • Face to face and telephone assessment of patients • Completes programming orders according to established protocols. • Performs interrogation, evaluation and reprogramming of all manufacturers’ models of cardiac rhythm device management. • Provides patient education • Manages documentation in Care Connect and PaceMate Responsible for providing professional Nursing care in the analysis of data for patients with implantable cardiac devices including pacemakers, defibrillators and loop devices, following established standards and practices. The RN must be able to demonstrate the professional nursing skills to evaluate patients with arrhythmias and the technical skills to evaluate patients with cardiac rhythm management devices as well as the ability to program settings and troubleshoot in collaboration with electrophysiology specialists. This position requires highly specialized knowledge of various manufacturers and models of these devices and their functions along with the ability to acquire, maintain and integrate new technologies as they evolve. Promotes quality patient care by adhering to HRS and NASPE standards of care. Triages phone calls and completes programming orders according to established protocols. Performs interrogation, evaluation, and reprogramming of all manufacturers models of cardiac rhythm management devices. Reviews remote, trans-telephonic, and in-office evaluations and completes documentation according to protocols. Provides patient and family education with appropriate documentation in EMR and Paceart. Adheres to billing guidelines and practices and promotes positive staff and inter-office relations. Acquires, maintains, and integrates knowledge of scientific principles and derived technology-based interventions and therapies in cardiac pacing, defibrillation, and electrophysiology to provide and facilitate the provision of safe, optimal patient care.**Responsibilities And Duties:**85% Performs interrogation, evaluation and reprogramming of all manufacturers’ models of cardiac rhythm management devices. Reviews remote, trans-telephonic and in-office evaluations and completes documentation according to protocols Promote patient follow up compliance by providing education specific to each device and the recommended follow up protocols. Provides patient and family education with appropriate documentation in EMR and/or Paceart. Adheres to billing guidelines and practices Promotes positive staff and interoffice relations 15% - Administrative duties Schedules follow-up appointments Fills out billing sheets Enters data into Paceart for tracking Sends correspondence to referring physician and patients The major duties/ responsibilities and essential functions listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive of the duties, responsibilities and essential functions to be performed by associates in this job. Associate is expected to all perform other duties as requested by supervisor As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time**Minimum Qualifications:**RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing**Additional Job Description:**Must have prior Experience in cardiology, preferably electrophysiology, and knowledge of implantable cardiac devices is desirable. At least 5 years cardiology Experience , preferably electrophysiology**Work Shift:**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**40**Department**HVP Electrophysiology RiversideJoin us! ... if your passion is to work in a caring environment ... if you believe that learning is a life-long process ... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industryEqual Employment OpportunityOhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment### About UsWE Are Inspired to Do Our Best. OhioHealth is a nationally recognized, innovative healthcare system delivering world-class patient care in a supportive, professional environment filled with limitless opportunities to learn and grow. We are a unique organization in the healthcare field. Our model system of facilities encompasses a wide scope of expertise and care. For professionals, we are a place where people committed to doing their best are given the tools and resources to accomplish our mission every single day.OhioHealth is recognized as a Great Place to Work CertifiedTM organization. The Great Place to Work is a global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. This recognition is one measure of our success in achieving a part of our vision ̶ to be an organization "where people want to work." Apply now and work together with us to improve the health of those we serve.