Cardiology Nurse Specialist (RN) - Arrhythmia

Location Detail: 100 Grand Street New Britain (10126)

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The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an acute-care community teaching hospital, we provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services in general medicine and surgery, as well as a wide variety of specialties. Staffed by our talented team of leading professionals, The Hospital of Central Connecticut provides a wide array of services throughout the region, caring for patients from birth through the end of life. 
Job Summary  
Our Nurses work in collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary teams, focused on a patient centered care model in a richly diverse work space. Under the direction and general supervision of the Nurse Manager, the registered nurse utilizes evidence based practices in accordance with the State Nurse Practice Act, policies and procedures of the hospital and as directed by the medical staff. The registered nurse who through knowledge and ability uses the nursing process to develop a plan of care which includes standards of practice to meet the physical, emotional spiritual, cultural and educational needs of the patient and family. 

The Cardiology Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care for both inpatient and outpatient populations. The cardiology nurse provides care to patients undergoing diagnostic cardiac procedures. 
Responsibilities  
• Demonstrates competence in nursing skills and performs nursing actions consistent with policies, procedures and protocols. 
• Demonstrates skill in performing technical aspects of tilt table, cardiac stress test 
• Collects data about the health status of patients in a systematic manner based on scientific knowledge. 
• Assesses the patient/family for learning and educational needs related to current health problems. 
• Provides for physical and psychological safety and comfort of patients and/or families. 
• Adheres to risk management policies and procedures. 
• Responds appropriately to actual or anticipated emergencies. 

 

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut RN License.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (BSN preferred).
• 1 year nursing experience with experience in Cardiology, Critical Care or other related cardiac specialty.

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