RN Primary to Physicians - General Cardiology

Job Information

Location:

Anchorage, AK 99508

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Job Title:

Registered Nurse – Primary to MD

Department: EP

General Summary of Duties:

Registered nurse performs delegated clinical and administrative procedures under the supervision of a physician, consistent with the scope of practice for a registered nurse. Duties do not constitute the practice of medicine.

• Performs all duties with active and continuous supervision by a physician, without necessarily requiring physical presence of the supervising physician at the time and place that services are rendered.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments; maintains exam rooms with necessary supplies and materials; ensures cleanliness.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment; takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Assists with patient 12‑lead EKGs and treadmill tests; administers prescribed treatments in accordance with AHI standards; dispenses oral medication as directed.
• Observes, records and reports patient’s condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians.
• Assists with scheduling of tests, treatments and patient procedures; provides patient education; ensures preferences are given to patients in emergency situations.
• Maintains timely flow of patients.
• Screens telephone calls for referral to physician; responds to and refers incoming telephone calls; instructs patients and families regarding medication and treatment instructions.
• Assists with maintenance of patient charts, records and other information.
• Compiles and condenses technical and statistical data for reports and records.
• Attends clinical staff meetings.
• Participates in in‑services, professional development and committees as requested.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Completes other duties as assigned by supervision.

• Knowledge of medical examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of AHI policies and procedures, including common safety hazards and precautions.
• Knowledge of basic cardiac rhythm recognition and basic pharmacology, including interactions and side effects.
• Knowledge of computer systems, AHI programs and applications.
• Skill in taking vital signs, EKGs, treadmill tests, and sample collection.
• Skill in maintaining patient records and recording test results.
• Skill in patient education regarding a variety of cardiology issues and medications.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly.
• Demonstrates ability to multi‑task; perform tasks within time frames assigned.
• Demonstrates schedule flexibility; adjust to shifting priorities; stay organized in a changing environment; stay focused during stressful or difficult situations; exhibit comfort with ambiguity.

Pay Range: $38‑45/hr to start (dependent upon experience and education).

Employee Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Colonial Life Elective Benefits
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing 401K
• HSA
• FSA
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Paid Time Off – starting at up to 5.84 hours per pay period (increases with years of service)
• 8 paid holidays per year
• FMLA

• Education:
  
  Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Experience:
  
  Preferred – cardiology experience preferred.
• Certificate/License:
  Current Alaska State licensure for RN required;
  Current CPR certification required; ACLS training considered an asset.