Cardiac RN Job Houston area,Texas USA,Nursing

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Cardiac RN? At Texas Heart, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Full time (Monday - Friday, day shift), no nights, no on-call, no weekends, no holidays

The Cardiac Registered Nurse - RN provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices. The registered nurse cardiac
-vascular possesses advanced knowledge and skill in the area of cardiac nursing. The registered cardiac
-vascular nurse demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in the anticipation and planning for the care of the patient.

What you will do in this role:

Uses critical thinking skills to assess facts and make rational decisions quickly and effectively when working with patients who have heart complications
Participates 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 arrythmia
Interprets data and responds to urgent situations in a way that optimizes patient care and produces positive outcomes.
Uses analytical skills to review test results, draw conclusions, and advise on treatment plans.
Performs and interprets various cardiac and vascular lab tests
Works closely with cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, electrophysiologists, and other physicians in the care and treatment of full range of cardiovascular conditions
Participates in clinical trials and clinical research programs as per clinic needs
Documents legible and concise entries in the medical record.
Documents complete medical history on each patient on initial session and updated medical record appropriately with each visit.
Performs appropriate patient preparation for each visit and/or procedure.
Performs medication reconciliation on each visit.
Educates patients on cardiovascular diseases, including but not limited to preventive measures
Helps diagnose and treat cardiovascular events
Assists in performing diagnostic tests such as ECG's, EKG's
Initiatives Holter and Event monitors
Interacts with the patients as well as their families pre and post treatment
Monitors the patient and their vitals, especially cardiovascular readings
Assesses and interprets lab results
Possesses knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure
Makes critical decisions concerning the initiative of emergency medical procedures as appropriate
Maintains an orderly, efficient, and timely flow of patients.
Greets patients and prepares them for physician's examination.
Provides general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment.
Screens patients for appropriate information.
Instructs patients in collection of samples and tests.
Arranges for patient testing and admissions.
Checks rooms daily for necessary supplies.
Responds to and refers incoming telephone calls.
Instructs patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
Maintains and reviews patients' records and other pertinent information.
Posts tests and examination results.
Maintains patient confidentially.
Administers medications in accordance with physician orders.
Maintains current knowledge to assure a safe working environment and demonstrates practical application of all policies and procedures relative to safety and infection control.
Utilizes universal precautions in any potential contact with patient body fluids or used patient supplies that may be contaminated with patient body fluids.
Projects a positive image of the facility in all interactions and supporting effective team functioning.

What Qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited school of registered nursing is required.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of three years registered nurse cardiac
-vascular experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic setting required. Experience to include

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
BLS required upon hire
ACLS required within 60 days of hire
Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations
Cardiac Medicine Certification (CMC) through American Association of Critical Care Nursing (AACN) preferred OR
Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification (CV-BC) through American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred

Benefits

Texas Heart, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
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…