Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology Ambulatory Outpatient Office Practice PT Days

RWJBarnabas Health•Newark, NJ

45d•$48 - $64•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiology Ambulatory RN provides comprehensive nursing care for patients in the outpatient cardiology clinic, supporting individuals with a range of cardiovascular conditions including coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, and post-interventional follow-up. The RN collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, diagnostic staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to coordinate and deliver patient-centered care The role emphasizes: Ongoing clinical assessment, triage, and symptom management for cardiology patients Patient and caregiver education on cardiovascular health, medications, and lifestyle changes Coordination of diagnostic testing, specialist consultations, and follow-up appointments Early identification and communication of changes in patient condition to ensure timely interventions Delivery of evidence-based, culturally sensitive care in accordance with institutional policies and national cardiology care standards

Requirements

Current NJ RN license
Graduate of an accredited NLN Nursing program
BSN Degree
Minimum three (3) years of nursing experience, with at least 1- 2 years in cardiology, telemetry, or critical care preferred
Current BLS Certification required
Strong cardiovascular assessment and patient triage skills
Excellent verbal and writtent communication skills
Ability to manage and provide safe nursing care in a high volume practice and demonstrates a positive, professional manner.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ambulatory/outpatient services preferred

Responsibilities

Ongoing clinical assessment, triage, and symptom management for cardiology patients
Patient and caregiver education on cardiovascular health, medications, and lifestyle changes
Coordination of diagnostic testing, specialist consultations, and follow-up appointments
Early identification and communication of changes in patient condition to ensure timely interventions
Delivery of evidence-based, culturally sensitive care in accordance with institutional policies and national cardiology care standards
Organizes and administers individualized age specific professional care to patients within the Department of Surgery setting.
Provides nursing care as directed by medical staff and in accordance with the objectives, policies and procedures of the hospital and the State Nurse Practice Act.
Maintains the standard of nursing care as established.
Participates in patient teaching and discharge planning.
Participates in unit performance Improvement evaluation activities.
Uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient's age specific needs and to provide age specific treatment.
Performs all other duties as assigned