Registered Nurse, Variable Part-Time Day Shift, Cardiac Associates

Adventist HealthCare•Rockville, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Adventist HealthCare's Cardiac Associates is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its Rockville, Maryland office. The nurse provides ambulatory cardiac care, assesses patients, triages concerns, monitors treatment response, coordinates care with providers and interdisciplinary teams, supports chronic disease management, and helps ensure continuity throughout the patient journey. The role also includes patient and family education, communication with patients through calls and electronic portals, and collaboration with clinical and administrative staff. The position is variable part-time, typically as needed 2–3 days per week for 16 hours weekly, on the day shift. Weekends, holidays, and on-call work are not required. The position is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Registered Nurse license in the State of Maryland.
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
2–3 years of clinical nursing experience in ambulatory, critical care, or acute care settings.

Responsibilities

Perform patient assessments, including vital signs, medical history, and symptom evaluation.
Triage patient concerns in person and through phone or portal, prioritize care needs, assess urgency, and escalate appropriately.
Monitor patient condition and response to treatments.
Coordinate care plans with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams.
Manage patients with chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and hypertension.
Facilitate referrals, follow-up appointments, and diagnostic testing.
Ensure continuity of care across the patient journey.
Respond to patient calls, messages, and electronic portal inquiries.
Communicate effectively with providers and care teams.
Educate patients and families about diagnoses, medications, and treatment plans.
Provide preventative care guidance, including screenings and lifestyle changes.
Reinforce discharge instructions and follow-up care.
Collaborate with medical assistants, front office staff, and providers.
Provide clinical guidance to unlicensed staff, as appropriate.
Participate in staff meetings and training.