Cardiology Procedure NurseLocation: Kansas City, KS
Time Type: Part time
Posted on: 2 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID: R-38349
Position Summary / Career Interest:The Cardiovascular Procedures department is a dynamic, patient-focused environment where nurses collaborate to deliver a variety of cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures including but not limited to nuclear and echo stress testing, transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), cardioversions, PET stress, and computed tomography angiography (CCTA). This role demands adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to exceptional patient care.
Responsibilities and Essential Job FunctionsConducts comprehensive pre-procedure patient assessments and chart reviews.Provides clear and concise pre- and post-procedure education to patients and caregivers.Monitors patient condition during and post-procedure, initiating appropriate interventions as needed.Manages patient sedation recovery.Effectively collaborate with physicians, anesthesiologists, sonographers, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.Maintains open and effective communication with the care team regarding patient status, test results, cancellations, and care plans.Provide post-sedation recovery care.Perform essential patient care tasks including IV access, laboratory draws, and point-of-care testing.Ensure adherence to radiation safety protocols.Facilitate efficient patient flow through the procedural area.Identify and escalate patient condition changes to appropriate staff.Demonstrate competency in operating and monitoring equipment for various stress testing modalities (echo, nuclear, bike, treadmill, pharmaceutical).Critically evaluate emergency situations and initiate appropriate intervention; collaborates with physician for recommendations to address patient's problems or questions.Facilitates efficient patient workflow in clinic setting.Assess and evaluate patients for discharge planning.Follows policies/procedures regarding Amiodarone and Coumadin management and follow-up.Educates patient/family on new medication therapy.Reviews all labs, x-ray reports; enter data in the electronic medical record (EMR).Perform venipunctures and perform EKG's when necessary.Arrange for follow-up appointments through central scheduling and CV follow-up form.Communicate with appropriate outpatient cardiology staff for outpatient management.Support initiatives to meet appropriate length of stay and disease management outcomes; facilitate timely discharge of patients.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and ExperienceBachelor Degree in Nursing2 or more years of RN experienceRequired Licensure and CertificationLicensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Multi-State - State Board of NursingMust have current active multistate state Register Nurse (RN) license in good standing in state in which you live OR active single state RN license in good standing in the state you will be working.Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA) within 14 days.
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