Registered Nurse Cardiology

Overview Job Summary We’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact. We’re seeking a dedicated nursing professional to contribute to patient education and comprehensive care within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities Provide patient care and education for patients in the specific age range on their assigned department. Serve as a resource for patients and families regarding the perception of diagnosis and medical plan of care for disease management as designated by the physician. Maintain availability to nursing for occasional in-service and assist with orientation of staff involved in education. Perform pre-visit data gathering and record keeping on new and return patients, including recording current medications and dosages and obtaining previous laboratory results and measurements. Assist in the management of patients with chronic diseases, including achieving key quality indicators, education, and long-term coordination of care. Track performance improvement measures and assist providers with completion. Obtain and document patient medical history, chief complaint, vital signs, and provide basic medical data for the provider; prepare the patient for examinations. Assist the provider in the performance of procedures as directed to facilitate accurate diagnosis. Collect and prepare laboratory specimens and complete associated paperwork to expedite laboratory studies with maximum accuracy and efficiency. Assist with orientation of new personnel to ensure appropriate training to support patients and providers. Execute and document ongoing patient communication and provide instruction to ensure patient understanding of medical condition and compliance with treatment instructions. Insert, monitor, regulate, and discontinue IVs as required by the provider. Perform and assist with triaging telephone calls concerning health issues and provide telephone management advice as a liaison to physician recommendations. Communicate lab, radiology, and other test results to patients via telephone and electronic medical record notifications. Work Details This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Monday through Friday; hours rotating between 8:00a-4:30p and 8:30a-5:00p. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive; they represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position. Benefits Health, dental, and vision insurance Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA) Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions Generous PTO that accrues quickly Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more Education & Experience Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required) Experience & Licenses: Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania; Basic Life Support Certification OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partners. We encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr