RN Staff Nurse II - Cardiology

Washington University in St Louis • Saint Louis, MO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides specialized patient care and education for patients receiving treatments, examinations, surgeries, dialysis, etc., in a medical office according to established procedures.

Requirements

• Associate Degree In Nursing Or Diploma In Registered Nursing
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Clinical Specialty (2 Years)
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program
• Completion of National Specialty Certification relevant to the area where working, if applicable.
• Current Missouri RN licensure in accordance with Compact Act.
• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
• Advanced clinical skills (e.g., PALS, ACLS, IV Certification, Bone Marrow Biopsy).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree - Nursing, M.S. - Master of Science - Nursing
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Bone Marrow Biopsy
• Clinical Care
• Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Emergency Care
• Emergency Situations
• Epic EHR
• General Nursing
• HIPAA Regulations
• IV Infusions
• Medical Oncology
• Medical Record Reviews
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Pediatrics
• Renal Nursing
• Vital Signs

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents assessment of the patient/family (biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, spiritual and environmental); collects and analyzes data from the medical record in order to coordinate patient care.
• Directs and/or provides patient care, which may include administering medication, performing procedures and monitoring patient status in accordance with approved nursing practice.
• Provides appropriate counsel and education to patients/family regarding disease process and symptom management.
• Maintains medical records requiring appropriate and timely recording of patient information.
• Consults with members of the health care team, adjusting nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates cost-effective work habits by setting priorities and properly managing supplies and equipment.
• Assists the health care provider with examinations, procedures, prescription refills and other processes related to direct patient care.
• Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcome.
• Professional contributions, including presentations, preceptorships/mentorships, committee participation, community service, inclusion on research or professional publications or local, regional or national professional organization leadership roles.
• Performs other duties as outlined in specialty-specific job responsibilities.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree