EP Cardiovascular Support Tech II (Clinic)

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The EP Cardiovascular Device Tech facilitates quality management of the care of patients undergoing ICD and Pacemaker interrogation. These procedures require the management of patients undergoing various tests associated with the Device Clinic and require the ability to work closely with internal and external departments such as the stress lab, CHF clinic, EP Clinic and lab, and nuclear medicine. This position is also responsible for tracking outcomes and maintaining a database of device patients. Keeps current on medical and patient care devices associated with this service. Maintains close ties with contacts at different facilities and with manufacturers to gather information on devices, passing this information on to staff. Creates and implements teaching programs and curricula. Compiles and evaluates data and maintains records and supplies. Maintains customer/patient flow. May be required to travel to outreach device clinics as assigned. Inpatient hospital devices interrogations. Potential for weekend, holiday coverage, and after-hours coverage. Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Requirements

2-year / Associate Degree OR Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Required.
2 years Related field (Required)
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES), OR Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) (Required)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)

Nice To Haves

IBHRE certified (International Board of Health Rhythm Examiners) Preferred

Responsibilities

Collects data in a systematic and ongoing process
Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.
Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.
Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.
Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.
Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.
Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.
Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.
Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.
Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.
Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.
Bases care decisions on plan of care.
Monitors and documents patient response.
Establishes rapport with clients.
Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.
Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.
Provides effective interventions.
Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.
Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.
Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
Uses correct terminology.
Conforms to required style and format.
Uses the results of quality improvement activities in nursing practice.
Uses creativity and innovation in nursing practice to improve care delivery.
Incorporates evidence based knowledge to initiate change in nursing practice.
Participates in quality improvement activities.
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.