Nurse Specialist Angio VIR, Per DIER

Job Description

Stamford Health is hiring a PER DIEM Nurse Specialist- Angio for VIR on the Day Shift !


This position is PER DIEM, with a Minimum Requirement of 6 shifts per 6-week schedule, 12 hours must be weekend hours.

Come join a well-established, highly productive and close-knit team of patient-focused Physicians and multiple support staff members! In this role, you will coordinate and develop patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and provide supervision & mentorship for non-RN team members.


As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children's Learning Center

Responsibilities

The Angio-Specialist will be proficient in-patient assessment and be competent in the management of patient's Cardiovascular patients, which included the vascular interventional radiology population, before, during and after their procedures. The Angio-Specialist will also be required to take an "on call schedule during non-operational hours of the lab to provide coverage for emergency cases. When assigned the charge role the Angio-Specialist will coordinate the operating schedule and supervise unit activities. In addition, he/she will provide supervision of non-RN personnel.

1. Assess patient's physical and psychosocial condition throughout the continuum of care.
2. Provide care for patients pre, intra and post procedures for all cardiac and vascular procedures
3. Develop and communicate patient plan of care reflecting patient issues and proposed interventions to achieve desired patient outcome
4. Collaborate with patient, family and healthcare team in implementing plan of care
5. Evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care and readiness for discharge and/or continuing care. Revise plan of care as needed and appropriately refer for additional services where indicated.
6. Provide education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and family.
7. Participate in and support performance improvement and risk management activities.
8. Act as preceptor to new staff when requested.
9. Responsible for taking on call per department's needs.
10. Proficient in the management patients undergoing cardiac, peripheral vascular and Interventional Radiology procedures.
11. Proficient in the management of elective and emergency procedures.
12. Basic Electrophysiology.
13. Competent in the administration of Moderate sedation
14. Competent in utilizing the Hemodynamic System for monitoring and documentation purposes.
15. Competent in the use of the AVOX, ACT machine and the Balloon Pump.
16. Maintain par levels of supplies collaborative with Cardiovascular Technologists.
17. Competent in the use of IVUS
18. Competent in the use of Pressure Wire (FFR)

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
2. Valid license as Registered Nurse in Connecticut.
3. BCLS and ACLS required
4. Moderate Sedation
5. Minimum of 2 years of critical care experience.
6. Maintain a minimum of 6 contact hours annually.

*We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.

About Us

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.


Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an "A" for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.


Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.


Dedicated to being the community's most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

About the Team

Why work for Stamford Health?

Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate.

Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys.

With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.

Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations.

Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care.

We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.

For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.