Registered Professional Nurse – Cardiology & Interventional Radiology

Schedule

Monday–Friday position. No weekends or holidays.

The Registered Professional Nurse will work across both Cardiology and Interventional Radiology:

• 2 days per week in Cardiology
  • Cardiology patient care and related clinical responsibilities
  • Treadmill and nuclear stress testing
  • Cardiac monitoring and arrhythmia recognition
  • Other duties as assigned
• 3 days per week in Interventional Radiology
  • Procedural sedation and patient monitoring
  • Pre-, intra-, and post-procedure nursing care
  • Assistance with interventional radiology procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Education

Minimum: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing.

Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or advanced degree in a related field.

License/Certifications

License Required: Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license.

Certifications Required: BLS and ACLS through the RQI system during clinical orientation.

Additional Certification: Moderate sedation competency required within six months of hire. Coronary Care certification required within six months of hire.

Experience

Minimum:

• Two years of Registered Professional Nurse (RN) experience.
• At least one year of critical care experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in cardiac assessment and arrhythmia recognition.
• Ability to perform the technical and clinical aspects of the position.

Preferred:

• Experience in Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, ICU, Emergency Department, or Cardiac Rehabilitation.
• Experience with treadmill and/or nuclear stress testing.
• Experience caring for patients undergoing interventional procedures and procedural sedation.

Other Requirements

Minimum:

• Moderate sedation competency within six months of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to provide safe, quality patient care while working effectively under pressure.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and interact with patients, families, physicians, and the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Computer literacy and ability to utilize electronic medical records and other clinical information systems.
• Ability to maintain clinical competency through continuing education, in-service programs, departmental competencies, and professional development activities.
• Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation requirements, including Joint Commission standards.

Preferred:

• Experience with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Meditech or other electronic medical record systems.

Responsibility Summary

Under the supervision of the appropriate department leadership and in accordance with approved policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards, the Registered Professional Nurse provides comprehensive, safe, and quality nursing care to patients receiving Cardiology diagnostic services and Interventional Radiology procedures.

The RN will work in both Cardiology and Interventional Radiology, providing patient assessment, preparation, monitoring, education, intervention, and recovery throughout the continuum of care. The position includes responsibility for procedural sedation, treadmill and nuclear stress testing, cardiac monitoring, arrhythmia recognition, and other clinical duties as assigned.

The RN collaborates closely with cardiologists, radiologists, Cardiology leadership, Interventional Radiology staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to promote patient safety, comfort, and optimal clinical outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care in both Cardiology and Interventional Radiology.
• Performs comprehensive nursing assessments and obtains pertinent patient history prior to diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Performs and/or assists with treadmill and nuclear stress testing.
• Monitors patients for changes in cardiac rhythm, vital signs, symptoms, and overall clinical status.
• Recognizes and appropriately responds to abnormal cardiac rhythms and changes in patient condition.
• Prepares patients for Cardiology and Interventional Radiology procedures.
• Provides nursing care during and following Interventional Radiology procedures, including monitoring patients receiving procedural sedation.
• Maintains competency in moderate sedation practices and patient monitoring.
• Assists physicians and the multidisciplinary team with diagnostic and interventional procedures as appropriate.
• Provides pre-, intra-, and post-procedure nursing care.
• Prepares and maintains accurate documentation and clinical information for physician interpretation and patient care.
• Provides appropriate post-procedure monitoring, recovery care, and discharge education.
• Provides education to patients and families regarding procedures, medications, treatment plans, recovery, and follow-up care.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and protects patient rights and dignity.
• Utilizes the nursing process and approved nursing standards to provide safe, effective, evidence-based care.
• Maintains an appropriate level of clinical knowledge and expertise through continuing education, departmental competencies, in-service programs, and professional development.
• Participates in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and departmental projects as appropriate.
• Works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, technologists, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrates effective leadership and role modeling while promoting teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of professional nursing practice.

Customer Focus

Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Healing Environment principles of being professional, communicating effectively, and attending to the environment. This is evidenced by work behavior that ensures safety, promotes dignity, respect, and well-being, and exemplifies healthy relationships with patients, families, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.

Population Specific Requirements

The staff member must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served in the assigned departments. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret appropriate information needed to identify the patient's age-specific needs.

The RN must be able to provide appropriate care to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.

Exposure Control Classification

Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks involve potential contact with blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

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