Outpatient Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic Surgery

Berger Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Berger Health System in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking an Outpatient Registered Nurse for Cardiothoracic Surgery. This full-time role involves supporting patients before and after complex procedures, coordinating care, and managing appointments. The RN will collaborate with physicians and staff, ensuring high-quality patient care in a welcoming environment.

Ideal candidates will hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing, be licensed in Ohio, and possess strong multitasking and communication skills. Join a team dedicated to improving patient outcomes and providing exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license from the State of Ohio.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Experience in outpatient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and initial health evaluations.
• Manage, schedule diagnostic tests, and process orders.
• Provide patient education and triage via phone.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Tools

MyChart

BLS Certification

Job description

## Outpatient Registered Nurse, Cardiothoracic SurgeryApplylocations: RIVERSIDE METHODIST HOSPITALtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR149045**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:**Monday - Friday, No Weekends and No Holidays • 8:30pm - 5:00pm The Cardiothoracic RN role supports a highly specialized outpatient practice caring for patients before and after complex cardiothoracic and vascular procedures. This position partners closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and support staff to ensure patients are fully prepared for their visits and surgeries. The RN plays a key role in coordinating care, supporting clinical workflows, and providing calm, knowledgeable guidance to patients facing major procedures. In this primarily administrative and coordination‐focused role, the RN manages, schedules diagnostic testing, processes orders, and performs phone triage through in‐basket and MyChart communications and prior authorizations. Responsibilities also include reviewing patient histories for completeness, assisting with follow‐up reminders, and supporting limited clinical tasks such as wound care and vital signs when needed. Patients are seen for conditions including open‐heart surgery, lung and esophageal procedures, and ongoing vascular care, offering a wide variety of clinical exposure. This role is ideal for an experienced RN who enjoys a fast‐paced ambulatory environment, excels at multitasking and communication, and values teamwork. The department is known for its highly supportive physicians, approachable nurse practitioners, and a long‐tenured, collaborative team culture. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on complex surgical care while working alongside a dedicated and compassionate team. Provides general nursing care to patients and families throughout the continuum of care in diverse health care settings. The RN is accountable for the practice of nursing as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing. The RN delegates nursing tasks to licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) using the criteria written in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act. According to department policies and nursing care standards, provides professional nursing care services to patients. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care provided to assigned patients.**Responsibilities And Duties:**30% Assessment/Diagnosis Performs initial, ongoing, and functional health status assessment as applicable to the population and or individual. 30% Outcomes Identification/Planning Based on nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems, documents planned nursing interventions to achieve outcomes appropriate to patient needs. 20% Implementation/Evaluation Evaluates and documents response to nursing interventions and achievement of outcomes at appropriately determined intervals; as part of a multidisciplinary team, revises plan of care based on evaluative data. 10% Leadership - Actively participates in process improvement activities to achieve targeted measures of clinical quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. 10% Operations 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:**Associate's Degree: NursingBLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing**Additional Job Description:****MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS*** Current Registered Nurse license from the State of Ohio and/or Current Registered Nurse license in good standing with a multi-state compact state.* BLS certification**Work Shift:**Day**Scheduled Weekly Hours :**40**Department**CTS 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. 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