Clinic Registered Nurse (RN): Cardio

Trinity Health Corporation • West Des Moines, IA

43d

About The Position

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Central Iowa sets the standard for personalized and radically convenient care in the Des Moines metro area and surrounding counties. MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1893, is the longest continually operating hospital in Des Moines and Iowa's largest medical center, with 802 beds available. The hospital is one of the Midwest's largest referral centers. With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 1,500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa's largest employers. MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines: At MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines, we offer expert care for heart and vascular conditions in a comfortable, easily accessible environment. From prevention to advanced diagnostic testing to consultations and routine follow-up visits, our experienced cardiologists, vascular surgeons and cardiovascular team provides personalized care tailored to each patient's needs. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or seeking a second opinion, we're here to support your heart and vascular health close to home. Want to learn more about MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines? Click here: Iowa Heart | West Des Moines, IA | MercyOne Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Clinic RN for our MercyOne Iowa Heart Center West Des Moines. As a Clinic RN at MercyOne, you will provid professional nursing care for adult clinic patients following Iowa Heart Center's (IHC) established standards and practices. Schedule: Full time 40 hours a week 8:00-4:30 No Weekends or Holidays

Requirements

• Current licensure as R.N., state of Iowa or compact state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period (approximately six (6) weeks). Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter Dependent Adult Abuse training within three (3) months of hire.
• ACLS within 6 months of hire
• Three years of RN nursing experience required. Two years of critical care experience or clinical cardiac equivalent experience required.
• Level I Cardiac Arrhythmia class completion within 6 months
• Level II 12 Lead EKG class completion within 1 year

Responsibilities

• Performs general and cardiac nursing care to patients. Administers prescribed procedures, medications, and treatments in accordance with nursing standards.
• Conducts and assesses medical and interval history interviews with patients.
• Provides patient and family education and documents in medical record.
• Performs phone triage, assesses and communicates needs to physician as needed.
• Acts as problem solver as it relates to patient, family, physician issues according to protocol.
• Reads and researches patient records, charts and Practice Manager system for other pertinent information. May dictate history and physical, consults and other professional related letters.
• Reviews and reports pertinent test(s) and outside examination results, scrutinizes for needed follow-up; communicates to Physician.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional certifications.
• Maintains practice standards in regard to Quality Improvement and OSHA
• Performs various procedures and tests according to department guidelines.
• Schedules admissions and outpatient procedures, and obtains consents.
• Responsible for meeting all IHC RN competencies.

Benefits

• Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!
• Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees