Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Cardiology - $30 per hour
Company: Springfield Clinic
Location: Springfield
Posted on: April 18, 2024
Job Description:
Springfield Clinic is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Float
Cardiology for a nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.Job
Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Cardiology
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: StaffThe Cardiology RN is responsible for
professional nursing care according to individual needs of the
patient population within the rules and regulations of the Illinois
Nurse Practice Act, managing the operation of the office on a daily
basis, and functioning as an integral part of the patient care team
to coordinate patient care by interacting with care team members,
all Clinical departments, hospitals, nursing homes, and home care
agencies. Job Relationships Report to the Operations Manager
Principal Responsibilities Interview for nursing history,
assessment of health knowledge and maintenance, and document
findings in the medical record. Obtain medical information, chief
complaints, vital signs and diagnostic test results in preparation
for physician examination and documents in the medical record.
Serve as a patient advocate by protecting patient rights and give
attention to complaints regarding service. Evaluate the need for a
referral to other agencies or providers such as Home Health or
community agencies. Screen all patient problems either in person or
by phone with the resolution being advice or referral to physician.
Provide a planned education program related to prevention, health
maintenance, specific disease or condition and documents results in
the medical record. Give home care instruction for procedures and
medications. Document patient education in the medical record.
Provide pre and postoperative instruction for specific surgical
and/or medical procedures. May serve as a Health Care Assistant
according to hospital policy. Assist the physician in the
examination treatment of the patient by handing instruments,
providing dressings, preparing equipment, etc. according to
Infection Control Policy. Orient new personnel to specialty.
Provide emotional support and guidance to patients/family. Serve on
the STAT Code Team, may direct the team and provide education to
staff. Serve as a resource to nursing personnel throughout the
Clinic. Demonstrate professionalism by adhering to performance
standards including dress code. Insure confidentiality for patients
and staff. Maintain knowledge by attending appropriate education
programs, reading current journals and literature, and documents
for yearly evaluation. Perform pre-certifications/referrals for
insurance companies as necessary. Coordinate the nursing care of
the patient by interacting with all Clinic departments, hospitals,
nursing homes and pharmacies. Under the physician's oversight,
perform technical management of implanted cardiac pacemaker and ICD
devices. Download, interpret, and interrogate patient devices.
Interpret cardiac waveforms via remote monitoring. Administer
medications by all routes except IV blood and blood products or
chemotherapy. Is available to on an occasional rotating basis to
assist physicians after hours and on weekends with patient care.
Check crash cart, defibrillator and medications daily, see that all
equipment is present and in working order. Comply with the
Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures. Adhere
to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as
required per policy. Provide excellent customer service and adhere
to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
Perform other job duties as assigned. Education/Experience Educated
as a registered nurse by attaining ADN, diploma, or BSN.
Licenses/Certificates Current license as a Registered Nurse in the
State of Illinois. CPR certification per American Heart Association
guidelines required within 30 days of hire. Must obtain one of the
following certifications within three years of hire: Cardiac
Vascular Nursing Certification (RN-BC) through ANCC or
Cardiovascular Nursing Certification (CVRN-BC) through ABCM. If
certification lapses, may receive an additional three (3) month
grace period to renew. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to
serve on appropriate committees. Ability to practice independent
nursing consistent with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act. Ability to
assume accountability and responsibility for own practice and that,
which is delegated. Working Environment Works in office setting
during the hours the Clinic is available to patients/families.
Sitting vs. standing averages to 50%-50%. Minimal lifting
requirements. Occasional lifting required for orthopedics,
geriatrics and internal medicine. PHI/Privacy Level
HIPAA1Springfield Clinic Job ID #5034.About Springfield
ClinicSpringfield Clinic has been recognized as on of the top 100
workplaces to work for 2 years running. We are proud to deliver
exceptional care to our community and strive to be the best
healthcare organization in the Midwest and the country. As an
employee of Springfield Clinic you would be joining a team of
talented individuals that strive to be the best in the industry,
every day. -Benefits
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Holiday Pay
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Life insurance
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