RN Clinic - Pediatric Cardiology - Jeff Hwy

Diagnostic Care Specialist

This job provides diagnostic care according to departmental guidelines and standing orders under the direction of the physician. Enables the operations of the section, provides technical expertise with procedures, and serves as patient advocate. Maintains complete knowledge of pacemaker/ Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) follow-up care, cardio-beepers and pacemaker/ICD database systems, and Electrocardiogram (EKG) and interpretation. Provides quality reports for physician interpretation, dictation, and distribution.

Education

Required - Registered nurse diploma.

Preferred Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing.

Work Experience

Required - 1 year of experience with pacemakers and/or ICDs.

Experience interpreting cardiac arrhythmia and accurately interpreting 12 lead EKG and rhythm strips.

Certifications

Required - Current register nurse (RN) license in state of practice.

Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Preferred - Cardiac Technician certification or higher.

Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS).

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Understanding of the critical nature and condition of the inpatient and how pacing parameters may affect the acute illness.
• Knowledge of pacemaker functions.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

• Manages patient flow in and out of exam rooms.
• Explains the procedures to the patient before they are performed and makes every effort to ensure patient's comfort.
• Performs wound checks using aseptic techniques with suture removal when needed 7 to 10 days after implant of device.
• Performs telephonic device analysis 1 week and 4 weeks after every implant and every 4 months following or based on physician request; to telephone the patient following the Medical Center's service standards and behaviors requesting the patient transmit EKG (magnet & non-magnet) over the phone.
• Assumes responsibility for interrogating devices for hospital inpatients as per physician order.
• Operates the pacemaker/ICD database system ensuring its accurate use at all times.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.