Cardiac Rn Jobs in Georgetown, TX (NOW HIRING)

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General summary of duties:

The registered nurse provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. The registered nurse cardiac-vascular possesses advanced knowledge and skill in the area of cardiac nursing. The registered cardiac-vascular nurse demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in the anticipation and planning for the care of the patient.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Uses critical thinking skills to assess facts and make rational decisions quickly and effectively when working with patients who have heart complications
• 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 arrhythmia
• Interprets data and responds to urgent situations in a way that optimizes patient care and produces positive outcomes.
• Uses analytical skills to review test results, draw conclusions, and advise on treatment plans.
• 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 the 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.
• Documents complete medical history on each patient on initial session and updated medical record appropriately with each visit.
• Performs appropriate patient preparation for each visit and/or procedure.
• Performs medication reconciliation on each visit.
• Educates patients on cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to preventive measures
• Helps diagnose and treat cardiovascular events
• Assists in performing diagnostic tests such as ECG's, EKG's
• Initiates Holter and Event monitors
• Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment
• Evaluates and monitors heart-related devices such as pacemakers
• Monitors the patient and their vitals, especially cardiovascular readings
• Assesses and interprets lab results
• Possesses knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure
• Makes critical decisions concerning the initiative of emergency medical procedures as appropriate
• Maintains an orderly, efficient, and timely flow of patients.
• Greets patients and prepares them for physician's examination.
• Provides general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment.
• Screens patients for appropriate information.
• Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
• Arranges for patient testing and admissions.
• Checks rooms daily for necessary supplies.
• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
• Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Maintains and reviews patients' records and other pertinent information.
• Posts tests and examination results.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Administers medications in accordance with physician orders.
• Maintains current knowledge to assure a safe working environment and demonstrates practical application of all policies and procedures relative to safety and infection control.
• Utilizes universal precautions in any potential contact with patient body fluids or used patient supplies that may be contaminated with patient body fluids.
• Projects a positive image of the facility in all interactions and supporting effective team functioning.
• Practices and adheres to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement".
• Perform other duties as assigned

Education:

Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.

Experience:

Minimum of three years registered nurse cardiac-vascular experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required. Experience to include

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

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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