RN Device Clinic

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Rockford, IL

6d•$31 - $47

About The Position

The Cardiac Device Specialist provides face-to-face patient visits for interrogation, reprogramming, and rhythm interpretation of implanted pacemakers and defibrillators, and performs remote device checks. The role is responsible for accurate documentation and charging in the electronic medical record and for maintaining an accurate patient database in PaceArt and the EMR. The specialist delivers a safe, team-based patient experience in collaboration with physicians and other members of the care team. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care; administers prescribed medications and treatments; develops individualized plans of care and provides patient and family education; and documents care according to applicable standards. It also contributes to performance improvement, shared governance, professional development, evidence-based practice, and resolution of system issues. The position serves patients from neonates through older adults.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required upon hire.
Licensed as a registered nurse in the state of practice.
Approved CPR/BLS certification required within 90 days.
Strong computer skills.
Able to follow written and oral instructions.
Pass applicable driver’s license or credit checks for positions requiring them.
Pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check and/or Illinois Health Care Workers Background Check, as applicable.
Meet other certifications required by the department, which may include ACLS, PALS, PEARS, or NRP.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
One year of electrophysiology/device experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Interrogate, reprogram, and interpret rhythms for implanted pacemakers and defibrillators during face-to-face visits.
Perform remote device checks.
Document care and charges accurately in the electronic medical record and maintain accurate patient records in PaceArt and the EMR.
Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to deliver safe, team-based care and support patients’ longitudinal plans of care.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to approved techniques, policies, standards of care, and applicable state laws and practice acts.
Develop and carry out individualized patient plans of care as prescribed by a physician or clinic policy, including patient and family instruction.
Use available resources to educate and support patients and families at an appropriate level of understanding.
Identify and resolve system breakdowns, engage others in solutions, and escalate patient safety or experience concerns through the appropriate chain of command.
Participate in department or unit performance improvement activities, shared governance, professional nursing practice activities, and peer review.
Support personal and organizational learning, including developing or revising evidence-based practice guidelines.
Complete required continuing education for Illinois licensure, when applicable.