Electrophysiology Program Device Interrogation Coordinator RN - PRN

Job Details

Job Location

HAMILTON PHYSICIAN GROUP - DALTON, GA

Position Type

PRN

Job Shift

Varies

Job Category

Cardiac Care

Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator of the Electrophysiology Device Interrogation utilizes discretion and independent judgment to facilitate seamless care from referral to follow-up for patients who are candidates for EP devices. Applies clinical process to the provision of care for this subset of patients; manages and coordinates all aspects of the EP device interrogation while facilitating a team approach and collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to establish a plan of care starting from initial interventional evaluation and following the continuum of care continued follow-up post device implant. Works with the patient and family to provide teaching, education and support throughout the process. Assist in leading the facility to accreditation compliance and regulatory alignment, improvement on national and state / local public-reported measures, focused clinical reporting, and compliance. Ensures maintenance of established electronic database, and submits patient demographic, medical and progress report information within designated time frames as required by local, State, and federal agencies. Participates in the department quality improvement program and strives to optimize patient outcomes through patient education and clinical expertise. Specific responsibilities will include assurance that all devices are being followed in the office and remotely. Obtaining all appropriate patient history at visits and recognizing any and all symptoms that may be related to the functioning of the device so that necessary programming is performed. This position will also be responsible for retrieving and reporting any transmission to the EP provider as required for patient quality of care.

Qualifications

JOB QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : Successful Completion of a Cardiac Device Educational Program (ATI - Arrhythmia Technologies Institute or PrepMD)

Preferred Education : Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Health Sciences or Nursing Preferred

Licensure : N / A

Certifications : Certification with the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE) or Allied Professional Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (CCDS), or an equivalent certification.

Skills : Strong critical thinking, problem solving and attentiveness to detail required. Has ability to communicate orally and in writing clearly and logically. Has ability to analyze information and solve problems. Demonstrates accuracy and an attention to detail. Demonstrates ability to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences clearly and concisely orally. Has ability to maintain confidences.Exhibits current clinical knowledge and expertise for designated patient populations. Accountable for continued competence in clinical practice and clinical outcomes in accordance with current evidenced-based practice guidelines, ability to work as a team, and commitment to quality, patient safety and overall excellence in evidence based clinical care.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in the healthcare setting with patients and families. Required to work flexible schedule to include weekends, holidays and evening hours as needed. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires sitting, standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Requires working under stressful conditions. Requires exposure to communicable diseases or body fluid