Heart Failure Interventional Cardiology Nurse Coordinator

University Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health is seeking a Staff Nurse in Interventional Cardiology – Heart Failure to coordinate outpatient care for heart failure patients. Responsibilities include direct patient care, phone triage using physician protocols, and education of patients as directed by physicians.

The role requires RN licensure in Texas, with BSN preferred, and at least 2 years of cardiology experience. BLS/CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with current RN licensure in Texas; BSN preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical experience directly related to cardiology.
• Verification of course completion per American Heart Association BLS/Healthcare Provider guidelines required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services for heart failure patients in outpatient setting with a multidisciplinary care team.
• Provide direct patient care and triage of patient questions using physician protocols.
• Orient and train clinical support staff; educate patients as directed by the physician.
• Collaborate with other professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service focus

Triage/phone triage

Education

RN license (Texas)

BSN preferred

Job description

University Health is seeking a Staff Nurse in Interventional Cardiology – Heart Failure to coordinate outpatient care for heart failure patients. Responsibilities include direct patient care, phone triage using physician protocols, and education of patients as directed by physicians.

The role requires RN licensure in Texas, with BSN preferred, and at least 2 years of cardiology experience. BLS/CPR certification is required.