Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) (Cardiology Clinic)

Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology Clinic

The Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) in Nursing, Specialty Service fulfills responsibilities that demonstrate leadership, expertise, and innovative approaches in managing complex outpatient care. This role includes coordinating care to facilitate smooth patient transitions throughout the continuum of care, providing patient and family education, promoting patient self-management post-discharge, and addressing factors that influence customer satisfaction. The Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) collaborates in the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of policies, procedures, and guidelines. They exhibit leadership and performance that contribute to improving care for outpatient populations. Additionally, they provide constructive feedback to peers, both formally and informally, to encourage continuous improvement. Supporting colleagues and fellow nurses through knowledge sharing is essential to ensure safe, high-quality outpatient nursing care. This position fosters a safe and supportive environment that promotes the professional growth of healthcare professionals. The Outpatient Staff Registered Nurse (RN) evaluates outcomes related to evidence-based decisions and practice changes at the individual, group, and population levels. They are accountable for documenting program or service-level outcomes, which are comprehensive and complex and may be demonstrated at any organizational level within the facility. Responsible and accountable for all aspects of the nursing process in the delivery and supervision of direct patient care. Conducts assessments, develops care plans, implements interventions, and evaluates outcomes with consideration for age-specific factors. Takes lead in coordinating care that emphasizes patient education, self-management, and patient satisfaction across the continuum of care. Administers medications and procedures in accordance with established policies and guidelines. Collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary team members to positively impact care outcomes. Performs duties that demonstrate leadership, expertise, and innovative strategies in managing complex patient care.

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of registered nursing experience in acute care, telemetry, or outpatient/clinic settings
• Preferred 2 to 3 years of cardiology-specific experience
• Experience in specialized areas such as Cardiac (ICU) Cardiac Intense Care Unit (CICU), Cardiac Progressive Care/Telemetry, Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, or Device Clinic
• Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Relevant certifications preferred, including Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), Certified Heart Failure Nurse (CHFN), or Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS)
• Proficient in performing and interpreting electrocardiogram EKGs/ECGs, monitoring cardiac and pacemaker patients, providing education on chronic heart failure and arrhythmias, and highly skilled in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards

Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards

Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA

Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)

Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM, subject to change based on department or facility requirements.

Telework: Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized