RN, Heart Center

Olympic Medical Center•Sequim, WA

6d•$42 - $75•Onsite

About The Position

The Heart Center Nurse must deliver safe and valid diagnostic and risk reduction invasive Cardiology procedures in a clinical health care environment in accordance with departmental and organizational policies and procedures. He/she may also be responsible for selected non-clinical activities. He/she may be responsible for assisting with direction, and coordination of clinical functions of the department. The RN will assess patient acuity and census, providing assistance to Heart Center Supervisor. Notifies Heart Center Supervisor for the need to make adjustments in staffing based on perceived demand. Coordinates any inpatient order & coordination for MD’s presence in procedures; phone calls for diagnostic procedure from MD or office requesting a diagnostic procedure earlier then next available appointment. The Heart Center Nurse participates in community education.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited nursing program preferred.
Cardiology experience in a health care setting required; e.g., pre-hospital, clinic/office, or hospital.
Current Washington State Registered Nurse Licensure.
BLS certification.
ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

Deliver safe and valid diagnostic and risk reduction invasive Cardiology procedures.
Perform selected non-clinical activities.
Assist with direction and coordination of clinical functions of the department.
Assess patient acuity and census, providing assistance to Heart Center Supervisor.
Notify Heart Center Supervisor for the need to make adjustments in staffing based on perceived demand.
Coordinate inpatient orders and coordination for MD’s presence in procedures.
Handle phone calls for diagnostic procedures from MD or office requesting an earlier appointment.
Participate in community education.