Registered Nurse Cardiovascular

HCA Healthcare • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse Cardiovascular provides professional nursing care for clinic patients in accordance with established standards and practices. The nurse uses advanced cardiac nursing knowledge and skill, critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership to anticipate and plan patient care. This full-time role is scheduled Monday through Friday on the day shift, with no nights, on-call shifts, weekends, or holidays.

The RN works as part of an interdisciplinary team to care for patients with cardiovascular conditions, collaborates with physicians and other clinicians, supports diagnostic testing and treatment, educates patients and families, and maintains accurate medical records. The position may also involve participation in clinical trials and research programs as needed by the clinic.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing.
• At least three years of cardiac RN experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting.
• BLS certification upon hire.
• ACLS certification within 60 days of hire.
• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license in accordance with state regulations.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Participate as part of an interdisciplinary care team in the treatment of cardiovascular conditions, including heart failure, heart valve disorders, high blood pressure, vascular disorders, heart attack, and arrhythmia.
• Interpret data and respond to urgent situations to optimize patient care and outcomes.
• Perform and interpret cardiac and vascular laboratory tests.
• Work with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, electrophysiologists, and other physicians in treating cardiovascular conditions.
• Participate in clinical trials and clinical research programs as needed by the clinic.
• Document legible and concise entries in the medical record.
• Prepare patients for visits and procedures.
• Educate patients about cardiovascular diseases and preventive measures.
• Assist with diagnostic tests such as ECGs and EKGs.
• Initiate Holter and event monitors.
• Interact with patients and their families before and after treatment.
• Monitor patients and vital signs, especially cardiovascular readings.
• Apply knowledge of ACC/AHA heart failure guidelines.
• Provide general nursing care as necessary for office treatment.
• Respond to and refer incoming telephone calls.
• Post test and examination results.
• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine plans.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed