Caring for patients with cardiovascular conditions is the main focus of this nursing role. The Cardiac Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care in a clinic setting, working as part of an interdisciplinary team to treat various heart and vascular disorders. This position suits a nurse with advanced knowledge and critical thinking skills in cardiac nursing.
Responsibilities
Provide professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices
Participate as part of an interdisciplinary care team in the treatment of cardiac-vascular conditions such as heart failure, heart valve disorders, high blood pressure, vascular disorders, heart attack, and arrhythmia
Interpret data and respond to urgent situations in a way that optimizes patient care and produces positive outcomes
Perform and interpret various cardiac and vascular lab tests
Work closely with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, electrophysiologists, and other physicians in the care and treatment of a full range of cardiovascular conditions
Participate in clinical trials and clinical research programs as per clinic needs
Document legible and concise entries in the medical record
Perform appropriate patient preparation for each visit and/or procedure
Educate patients on cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to preventive measures
Assist in performing diagnostic tests such as ECGs, EKGs
Initiate Holter and Event monitors
Interact with patients as well as their families pre and post treatment
Monitor the patient and their vitals, especially cardiovascular readings
Possess knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure
Provide general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment
Respond to and refer to incoming telephone calls
Post tests and examination results
Administer medications in accordance with physician orders
Requirements
Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing
Minimum of three years of Cardiac RN experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting
BLS required upon hire
ACLS required within 60 days of hire
Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations
Nice to have:
Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) OR
Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
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Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence
Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling
Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts
Important Details
Schedule: Monday - Friday, day shift; no nights, no on-call, no weekends, no holidays
About the Company
HCA Healthcare is committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World
’s Most Ethical Companies
® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.
