RN - Cardiology

Kettering Health Network•Kettering, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Requirements

Associate's degree (or equivalent experience) required, with a bachelor's degree preferred.
[Ohio, United States] Registered Nurse
Current licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Ohio.
Previous nursing experience preferred.
Electronic medical records experience (preferably EPIC) preferred.
Excellent communication and teaming skills required.
Basic Life Support certification required.
Advance Cardiovascular Life Support may be required depending on specialty area and level of care provided at the practice.

Responsibilities

Provide quality nursing care, education, treatment and support to patients, staying attuned to the needs of their supporters as well.
Serve as a patient advocate as they strive to have their health care needs addressed.
Patient care duties include: preparing patients and exam rooms for physician consultation, taking medical history and vitals, conducting patient testing, monitoring results, and ongoing patient observation prior to, during, and following administration of treatment, assisting physician in special procedures to include minor surgery
Patient follow up to include: identify learning style and needs of patients (and their families), providing test results and appropriate education regarding medications, treatment plans and aftercare instructions, while promptly addressing their questions and concerns.
Effectively utilize EMR for charting, charging, retrieval of orders, scheduling, etc.
Inputs, retrieves and interprets data from patient charts (paper and EMR) in a timely manner.
Effectively communicates, displaying a professional and positive attitude towards patients, their families and staff, especially when addressing a difficult situation.
Participates in continuing education and nursing education activities both within and outside the network.
Accountable for professional development within scope of care as defined by law.
Dependable, demonstrates flexibility while prioritizing duties, and utilizes time efficiently in the completion of assigned duties.