Senior Registered Nurse (RN) Saratoga Cardiology

Trinity Health•Saratoga Springs, NY

6d•$39 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Registered Nurse (RN) works in the Nuclear Stress Testing Lab at an outpatient cardiology office located at 6 Care Lane, Saratoga, New York. The Registered Professional Nurse uses the nursing process to diagnose and treat human responses to actual or potential problems of individuals or groups, contributing to an environment that supports the St. Peter's Healthcare Services mission, patient outcomes, and professional nursing practice. The role involves direct patient care, clinical coordination, patient education, electronic medical record documentation, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. The position is full-time, day shift, with Monday–Friday office hours.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered New York State RN license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
At least 6 months of previous RN experience.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to lift 20 pounds.
Ability to work in a high-paced, team-oriented environment.
Strong critical-thinking and IV skills.
Proficiency with EKG rhythms.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
Prior ICU, CCU, ER, or Nuclear Stress Testing experience preferred.
ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

Bring patients to exam rooms, take appropriate vital signs, and document them in the electronic medical record.
Review and update medication lists in the electronic medical record for provider review and submission.
Complete referrals and track patient compliance.
Review electronic prescriptions and send them to providers for review and submission.
Obtain patient consent for procedures as directed by the provider.
Perform pre-visit planning and review quality metrics.
Retrieve telephonic clinical information from patients who call the office.
Monitor task lists and complete provider-assigned tasks in a timely manner based on urgency.
Educate patients about medication, testing procedures, and home care techniques.
Ensure proper labeling, handling, and documentation of patient specimens.
Follow up with patients regarding test results based on provider advice.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including disinfecting patient care areas and equipment.
Maintain the medical supply and drug cabinets with other nursing colleagues.
Use the electronic medical record to communicate effectively.
Perform assigned quality assurance duties.
Provide patients with a clinical visit summary (Patient Plan) and educational materials when requested.
Participate in daily Patient Care huddles as appropriate.
Work cooperatively with colleagues to ensure quality patient care.
Perform other duties as assigned.