Registered Nurse Case Manager - Cardiology

Pay Range: $41.66 - $58.69 The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care across the lifespan, following organizational standards, policies, and evidence-based practice. The RN uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered services. The RN collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal patient outcomes, safety, and a positive patient experience. The Ambulatory Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive, patient‑centered nursing care in an outpatient clinic setting, supporting individuals and families across the continuum of care. This role utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care; administer medications and treatments; perform clinical procedures; and provide patient education and care coordination in collaboration with providers and interdisciplinary teams. The Ambulatory RN ensures accurate documentation, adherence to infection control and regulatory standards, and efficient clinic operations while promoting quality outcomes, patient safety, and culturally responsive care in a fast‑paced ambulatory environment. SEARHC is a non‑profit health consortium serving Southeast Alaska. Employees are valued as the organization’s strongest assets, and their professional development is a priority. Working at SEARHC is more than a job—it’s a fulfilling career. The organization offers generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, and long/short‑term disability coverage. Patient Care Performs comprehensive patient assessments and develops individualized plans of care. Implements and evaluates nursing interventions and patient responses. Administers medications and treatments safely and accurately per provider orders and policy. Recognizes changes in patient condition and initiates appropriate interventions or escalation of care. Provides patient and family education related to care, medications, and discharge needs. Delivers culturally responsive, patient-centered care. Nursing Judgment & Clinical Decision‑Making (Alaska BON‑Aligned) Perform and interpret comprehensive assessments and recognize significant changes in patient condition requiring nursing intervention or provider notification. Exercise independent nursing judgment in determining appropriate nursing actions, interventions, and priorities, and in identifying when consultation, collaboration, or escalation to a licensed independent provider is required. Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized nursing plans of care based on patient needs, responses, preferences, and clinical circumstances. Integrate clinical findings with ethical principles, cultural considerations, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements when making nursing decisions. Accept accountability for nursing decisions, delegated tasks, and outcomes of nursing care in accordance with Alaska statutes, regulations, and organizational policy. Care Coordination & Documentation Collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care. Facilitates referrals, follow‑up care, and continuity of services. Documents assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic health record. Advocates for patient care and assists patients in navigating the healthcare system. Quality, Safety & Compliance Practices within nursing scope of practice and adheres to regulatory, safety, and infection prevention requirements. Participates in quality and performance improvement activities. Teamwork & Professional Practice Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork. Provides appropriate guidance and delegation to ancillary staff. Supports orientation, mentoring, and education of staff, students, and peers. Floats to other departments or assignments as needed. Qualifications Education & Licensure Associate’s degree in Nursing from an accredited program. Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Alaska. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Case Management certification – preferred. Clinical competency required within 3 months and every 3 years. High Risk Competency required within 3 months and every year. New Nursing Program Graduates BLS required at the time of hire. All certifications required for the area of practice must be obtained within six (6) months of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, as applicable). Experienced Nurses – New To a Specialty Area Experienced nurses entering a new specialty must obtain all required specialty‑specific and advanced certifications within six (6) months of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, based on practice area requirements). Experienced Nurses Nurses hired directly into a specialty area must provide evidence of current required certifications for the position at the time of hire (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, TNCC, ENPC, as applicable to practice area). Nurses With Float Areas Nurses who float to areas other than their primary location must complete the required certifications for the highest level specialty in which they will provide care. High‑Risk Competency High‑risk competency validation is required for direct patient care nursing roles. The high‑risk competencies are specific to the area of practice (e.g., proficiency in complex medical equipment, procedures, interventions, etc.). Competency will be assessed before ending initial preceptorship and no less than annually thereafter. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of nursing principles, evidence-based practice, medication safety, and infection prevention. Strong clinical judgment, organization, prioritization, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical systems. Physical & Work Requirements Ability to lift, push, pull, and move up to 50 pounds. Ability to stand for extended periods and perform bending, stooping, and kneeling. Ability to work in a moderate‑to‑high noise clinical environment. Safety Responsibility Employees are responsible for complying with safe work practices, reporting injuries and unsafe conditions, and cooperating in safety investigations. Required Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association Clinical Competency Assessment – SEARHC High Risk Competency – SEARHC Registered Nurse License – State of Alaska – Alaska State Board of Nursing #J-18808-Ljbffr SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)