Registered Nurse (RN)

Default•Alexandria, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

$10,000 Sign On Bonus! Registered Nurse for Cardiology Office - No Evenings or Weekends and All Major Holiday’s Off. Virginia Heart is Northern Virginia's premier cardiovascular practice, bringing an unparalleled standard of excellence to our patients. We are seeking talented and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our team of patient-focused professionals in an outpatient cardiology setting. The RN will provide primary clinical support for the providers, ensuring that through teamwork, patients and other customers are provided quality and efficient clinical service.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Registered Nurse program.
Current Virginia State Registered Nurse License in good standing or valid Compact State License.
Minimum one year of clinical experience, cardiology experience preferred.
Current BLS required
Computer literate and prior experience with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR), EPIC preferred.
Strong patient education and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Ability to interpret 12-lead ECGs preferred.
Knowledge of cardiac medications (classifications, side effects, etc.) preferred.
ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs anti-coagulation therapy management
Performs in office and telephone triage
Provides patient education
Authorizes prescription refills according to policy under supervision of a physician
Notifies patients of test results per Virginia Heart protocol
Rooming in office patients to include: clinical chart preparation, obtaining the chief complaint or reason for the visit, obtaining vital signs, performing an ECG, reviewing current medications and allergies, updating patient history and review of systems.
Performs stress testing under the direct supervision of a physician
Assists the echocardiographer with echocardiogram bubble studies, and contrast echocardiography
Assists as the main point of escalation for other clinical staff members such as MA’s, LPN’s and Cardiac Technicians.
Provides a safe environment for patients and staff
Works as a resuscitative team member in emergency situations, including administration of IV medications
Maintains the clinical flow of the office in a professional, courteous, and safe manner
Respects and maintains patient privacy and dignity.
Adheres to HIPAA law at all times.