Registered Nurse Cardiac

As a Registered Nurse Cardiac, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.

Job Summary and Qualifications

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

The registered nurse provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. The registered nurse cardiac -vascular possesses advanced knowledge and skill in the area of cardiac nursing. The registered cardiac -vascular nurse demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in the anticipation and planning for the care of the patient.

DUTIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Uses critical thinking skills to assess facts and make rational decisions quickly and effectively when working with patients who have heart complications

• Participates as part of an interdisciplinary care team in the treatment of cardiac – vascular conditions such as heart failure, heart valve disorders, high blood pressure, vascular disorders, heart attack and arrythmia

• Interprets data and responds to urgent situations in a way that optimizes patient care and produces positive outcomes.

• Uses analytical skills to review test results, draw conclusions, and advise on treatment plans.

• Performs and interprets various cardiac and vascular lab tests

• Works closely with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, electrophysiologists, and other physicians in the care and treatment of full range of cardiovascular conditions

• Participates in clinical trials and clinical research programs as per clinic needs

• Documents legible and concise entries in the medical record.

• Documents complete medical history on each patient on initial session and updated medical record appropriately with each visit.

• Performs appropriate patient preparation for each visit and/or procedure.

• Performs medication reconciliation on each visit.

• Educates patients on cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to preventive measures

• Helps diagnose and treat cardiovascular events

• Assists in performing diagnostic tests such as ECG’s, EKG’s

• Initiatives Holter and Event monitors

• Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment

• Evaluates and monitor heart related devices such as pacemakers

• Monitors the patient and their vitals, especially cardiovascular readings

• Assesses and interprets lab results

• Possesses knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure

• Makes critical decisions concerning the initiative of emergency medical procedures as appropriate

• Maintains an orderly, efficient, and timely flow of patients.

• Greets patients and prepares them for physician’s examination.

• Provides general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment.

• Screens patients for appropriate information.

• Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.

• Arranges for patient testing and admissions.

• Checks rooms daily for necessary supplies.

• Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.

• Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.

• Maintains and reviews patients’ records and other pertinent information.

• Posts tests and examination results.

• Maintains patient confidentially.

• Administers medications in accordance with physician orders.

• Maintains current knowledge to assure a safe working environment and demonstrates practical application of all policies and procedures relative to safety and infection control.

• Utilizes universal precautions in any potential contact with patient body fluids or used patient supplies that may be contaminated with patient body fluids.

• Projects a positive image of the facility in all interactions and supporting effective team functioning.

• Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” philosophy and “Mission and Value Statement”.

• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of three years registered nurse cardiac -vascular experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required. Experience to include

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• BLS required upon hire

• ACLS required within 60 days of hire

• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations

• Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) preferred OR

• Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred 

Benefits

Austin Heart, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcare

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If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our Registered Nurse Cardiac opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.