Registered Nurse; RN Cardiology Ambulatory Outpatient Office Practice

Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiology Ambulatory Outpatient Office Practice FT Days

Req #:

Category:
Nurses

Status:
Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Department:
Cardiology

Pay Range: $47.85 - $64.04 per hour

Location:

201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ

The Cardiology Ambulatory RN provides comprehensive nursing care for patients in the outpatient cardiology clinic, supporting individuals with a range of cardiovascular conditions including coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, heart failure, and post‑interventional follow‑up. The RN collaborates closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, diagnostic staff, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to coordinate and deliver patient‑centered care.

• Ongoing clinical assessment, triage, and symptom management for cardiology patients
• Patient and caregiver education on cardiovascular health, medications, and lifestyle changes
• Coordination of diagnostic testing, specialist consultations, and follow‑up appointments
• Early identification and communication of changes in patient condition to ensure timely interventions
• Delivery of evidence‑based, culturally sensitive care in accordance with institutional policies and national cardiology care standards
• Conducts thorough nursing assessments for cardiology outpatients, documenting findings and communicating any clinical concerns to providers
• Triages patient calls and messages, providing guidance within scope of practice and escalating when necessary
• Coordinates diagnostic testing (e.g., EKGs, echocardiograms, stress testing) and ensures timely review of results
• Provides patient and caregiver education regarding cardiac medications, risk factor modification, and follow‑up care
• Performs medication reconciliation, evaluates adherence, and reports discrepancies to the care team
• Assists with management of patients requiring same‑day interventions or IV therapies per protocol
• Collaborates with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, and allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care
• Supports post‑procedure follow‑up and monitoring, ensuring patients adhere to care plans and safety precautions
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and data collection related to outpatient cardiac care
• Serves as a knowledgeable resource for patients, families, and staff regarding cardiovascular disease management and prevention

• Current NJ RN license
• Graduate of an accredited NLN Nursing program
• BSN Degree
• Minimum three (3) years of nursing experience, with at least 1‑2 years in cardiology, telemetry, or critical care preferred
• Current BLS Certification required
• Strong cardiovascular assessment and patient triage skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in ambulatory/outpatient services preferred
• Ability to manage and provide safe nursing care in a high volume practice and demonstrates a positive, professional manner.

Monday thru Friday (3) days per week flexible hours 8‑AM to 4‑PM

Full‑time 37.5 hours per week

No weekends, no major holidays

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market‑competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
• ....and more!

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