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UC Davis Medical Center
Sacramento, CA
Cardiology Device RN
Salary or Pay Range: $77.41 - $104.16 Hourly

The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.

Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Applies knowledge, experience and judgment to determine the importance of a situation, set priorities, and use abstract thought to evaluate clinical situations. Participates in patient and staff education. Demonstrates leadership skills. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction


• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR


• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)


• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing


• At least three (3) years of RN experience.


• At least two (2) years of recent RN experience on an inpatient critical care unit, cardiac stepdown unit, catheterization lab, EP lab or within a Cardiology Device Clinic.


• Experience caring for patients receiving medical management of cardiac diseases including hypertension, dyslipidemia, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, heart valve disease, heart failure and arrhythmias.


• Experience caring for patients pre and post cardiac interventions such as cardiac catheterization recovery, sheath pulls, mitral clip, TAVR, Watchman, cardioversion, ablations, Impella, LVAD, temporary pacer and pacemaker/ICD implantation.


• Experience and advanced understanding of the medical management of cardiac diseases, arrhythmias, and surgical wounds.


• Experience providing patient education and caring for patients with cardiac diseases.


• Experience providing direct patient care including administering immunizations, starting IVs, drawing lab specimens, and administering IV medication.


• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.


• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.


• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.


• Commitment to excellence in patient care.


• Effective interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrates accountability and professionalism.


• Adapts to change in a positive, professional and productive manner.


• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.


• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.


• Basic computer skills.


• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.


• Detailed knowledge related to the management of patients with cardiac conditions and arrhythmias including pathophysiology, current treatment modalities and medications, and complications/contraindications to treatment.


• Advanced understanding of EKG Interpretation and recognition of cardiac arrhythmias.


• Mastery of Relational Competencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ambulatory Care Nursing Certification (AMB-BC),Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC), IBHRE Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS)


• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)


• Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)


• Pacemaker/AICD experience

Key Responsibilities

• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice


• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice


• 5% - Leadership


• 5% - Professional Development


• 5% - Research

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment


• This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials


• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Job ID #87505