Registered Nurse

CHILDREN'S HEALTHCARE OF ATLANTA CARDIOLOGY•Villa Rica, GA

11d

About The Position

Children’s Cardiology, a subsidiary of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, is comprised of more than 60 pediatric cardiologists providing comprehensive services for patients from before birth to age 21 who have acquired or congenital heart disease. The Clinical Registered Nurse provides oversight of all clinical operations to ensure delivery of effective patient care and efficient operational management.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science, Associates Degree, or Diploma in Nursing required from a state accredited RN program.
1 - 3 years of experience in a clinical setting or equivalent education, training, and experience in pediatrics.
Current Georgia Registered Nurse license required.
Current CPR certification required.
Must possess general nursing knowledge as well as critical thinking, judgment and assessment skills.
Proven strong oral and written communication skills required.
Must have general proficiency in computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatric cardiology preferred.

Responsibilities

Obtain general assessments and histories of patients.
Obtain vital signs and EKG’s; validate Medical Assistant’s work-up.
Review patient information and discuss findings with physician, including any unusual or problematic conditions.
Review pre-clinic chart for permanent clinics and outreach clinics as appropriate.
Educate patients and families about Holter and Event monitor placement and provide follow-up.
Provide medication education to patients and patient families; including administration, actions, reactions and discharge teaching.
Preparation and follow-up of tests and procedures including labs, cardiac caths, MRI’s and other.
Oversee clinic set up and monthly inventory.
Manage clinical equipment by trouble shooting issues and ensuring maintenance as needed.
Position may include phone triage in clinical setting as needed.
Travel to other clinics for coverage as operationally necessary.
Perform other duties and projects as assigned.