Cardiac Registered Nurse

HCA Healthcare • Alexandria, LA

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About The Position

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. The Cardiac 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.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.
• Minimum of three years registered nurse cardiac-vascular experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required.
• BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 60 days of hire.
• Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) preferred.
• Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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 arrhythmia.
• 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 a 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 updates 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.
• Initiates Holter and Event monitors.
• Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment.
• 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 confidentiality.
• 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 supports effective team functioning.
• Practices and adheres to the 'Code of Conduct' philosophy and 'Mission and Value Statement'.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away from Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree