RN - Clinic

Cardiovascular Institute of the South•Lafayette, LA

12h

About The Position

Provide comprehensive Registered Nurse support for cardiovascular physicians and medical staff Deliver high-quality patient care in a fast-paced cardiology clinic setting Serve as a key clinical resource to ensure safe, efficient patient flow and accurate documentation

Requirements

Current, active, and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license
One to two years of clinical experience, preferably in cardiology
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Willingness to complete EKG and general cardiology coursework within 12 months of hire
Strong communication, documentation, and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

Triage patients and assess urgent/emergent cases, including: Collecting and documenting vital signs, medication lists, allergies, chief complaints, and history & physicals Communicating patient concerns and clinical findings to providers
Assist physicians/providers during patient visits and procedures as needed
Review, process, and carry out provider orders, including: Administering injections Providing medication samples per storage and sign-out protocols Scheduling diagnostic tests and maintaining clinical decision support (CDS) protocols
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR), including: Medication lists, allergies, chart notes, phone encounters, and patient wait times
Respond to inbound calls from patients, pharmacies, provider offices, and home health agencies
Perform blood draws (venipuncture and finger sticks) and assist with Coumadin clinic duties when needed
Educate patients and families on diagnostic and cardiovascular procedures, such as: EKGs, Holter and event monitors, stress tests, ultrasounds, nuclear medicine treadmills, and pacemaker-related testing
Interrogate pacemakers and defibrillators and assist with pacemaker clinic operations
Complete and manage clinical and administrative forms, including: Home health requests, physician statements, medical leave forms, work/school excuses, and handicap placards
Review insurance flags and complete pre-certifications prior to testing when required
Assist with ordering medical supplies and completing mandated clinic safety and compliance checks
Support staffing needs across clinics and departments as required
Perform additional duties as assigned in support of CIS’s mission and patient-centered philosophy

Benefits

Choice of three health insurance plans
Dental insurance coverage
Vision insurance coverage
401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
Access to company-provided training and educational resources
Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
Eight company-paid holidays
Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents