RN-Cardiovascular Associates

RN-Cardiovascular Associates

Job Ref : 33098

Category : Nursing

Location :

133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner,

Concord,

MA 01742

Department : Emerson Cardiology Associates

Schedule : Part Time

Shift : Day shift

Hours : 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm

Pay Range : $32.00 - $55.00 per hour

Job Summary :

The Cardiology Registered Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care by applying clinical nursing knowledge and skills, and for ensuring the safety and comfort of patients and families according to legal, organizational and professional standards. The Cardiology RN must have the ability to triage and evaluate patients with critical cardiac complaints under the direct supervision of the cardiologist. RN will also facilitate the Cardiologists treatment plan and collaborate with affiliate providers.

Minimum Qualifications :

Graduate from an approved RN nursing program with Bachelors Degree in nursing

Experience :

Cardiovascular patient care experience required

Outpatient and prior telephone triage experience preferred.

Critical Care, CCU / Telemetry experience preferred

Licensure and / or Certification :

Current Massachusetts RN license required

Bachelors Degree in nursing

Current BLS certification required.

Current ALS certification preferred

Skills :

Excellent communication, listening, interpersonal communication and problem solving skills.

Ability to make time-sensitive decisions and function independently.

Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical office staff.

Strong working knowledge of cardiovascular medications.

Strong interest and abilities in patient education.

Strong cardiovascular patient assessment skills.

Competence in basic arrhythmia and basic 12 Lead EKG interpretations.

Ability to do timely EMR documentation of patient problems / concern, clinical direction provided, and the follow-up plan.

Computer literate. Prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred.

Able to triage and evaluate patients with cardiac disease

Able to use equipment and related supplies

Role models demonstrating flexibility, positive attitude, and strong problem solving skills

Excellent customer service skills.

Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English

Computer skills required

Ability to maintain confidential information