Registered Nurse-Coordinator Ambulatory Surgery - Ambulatory Care

Cardiac Nurse
The CN identifies and implements nursing interventions and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as resource to other members of the nursing team as assigned and promotes compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.
Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.
Provides direct patient care to a diversified patient population. Demonstrates accountability for own practices as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction

• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• 5 years of RN experience
• 3+ years of recent procedural RN experience (Cath Lab, EP Lab, OR) OR 3+ years in an inpatient unit with experience caring for cardiovascular patients with 3+ years recent experience in telemetry
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Commitment to excellence in patient care.
• Knowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentation.
• Knowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.

Certification in cardiac care

• 3+ years working in a Cath lab/EP lab/OR/Nurse Coordinator
• 3+ years critical care experience in a cardiac ICU/cardiac step-down unit
• 70% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 15% - Quality and Evidence-Based Practice
• The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at UC Davis Hospital consists of 4 procedure rooms and 1 hybrid OR. The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at UC Davis Hospital provides care to all ages, performing diagnostic and complex coronary interventions, structural heart procedures, and vascular interventions.

Clinical nurses in the Heart and Vascular Center at UC Davis Health provide care to the adult patient with a variety of medical (medical surgical, critical care, emergent, perioperative/procedure) needs. The Heart & Vascular Center Nurse Coordinator is a CN II position and provides care coordination, education, and resources for the interventional cardiology patient population across the continuum of care in collaboration with patient care services, interventional radiology, Emergency Department, and the ambulatory Clinic and other medical and surgical services, including outside services. Participates in the development and review of policies, procedures, and protocols of new and existing vascular surgery services. The Nurse Coordinator develops relationships with interventional cardiology patients prior to discharge, oversees the discharge process, and is a resource for discharged patients. The Nurse Coordinator participates in quality improvement and service improvement. Demonstrates accountability for own practice as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Hourly
UC Job Title: CLIN NURSE 2
Shift (Work Schedule): 7am-530 pm
Location: Main Hospital (HSP001) – Sacramento, CA
Union Representation: NX-Nurses
This position is 100% on-site
UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
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