RN- Cardiology (FT- 0.9 FTE, Day Shift)

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse works in a collaborative and cooperative relationship with other members of the health care team, plans and implements patient and family education and is responsible for assessing the needs and initiating appropriate intervention for patients.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• Current Montana Licensure (Registered Nurse)

• American Heart Association BLS

• American Heart Association ACLS required within 4 months of hire

• Competence in and a willingness and ability to practice modified primary nursing

Preferred

• Outpatient clinic experience

• Knowledge of electronic health record operating systems

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Collects Comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation (Assessment)

• Analyzes the assessment data to determine diagnoses or issues (Diagnosis)

• Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or the situation

• Develops a plan that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes (Plan of Care)

• Implements the identified plan of care

• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment

• Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice

• Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice

• Evaluates one’s own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards and guidelines, relevant statutes, rules and regulations

• Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues

• Collaborates with patient, family and others in the conduct of nursing practice

• Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of practice

• Integrates research findings into practice

• Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and the profession

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times

• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment

• Creativity, problem analysis and decision making

• Ability to work varied shifts

• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality

• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight

• Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.) Carry equipment/supplies. Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)

• Extended Hours: The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.

• Flexible Schedule: The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.

• On-Call Availability: On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.

• Effective Communication: Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.

• Handling Challenging Situations: The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.

• Repetitive Tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Exposures

Tasks Include Potential Exposure: Job tasks may involve exposure to:

• Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.

• Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed

• Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.

• Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses

• Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.

77354130 Cardiology Clinic