Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with some flexibility available.
Job Summary
The Pediatric Cardiology Division in the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for Clinical Nurse for our general cardiology clinic team. We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse who can provide excellent care to pediatric patients, and an interest in cardiology. The incumbent will coordinate care for patients seen in pediatric cardiology clinics. When you work as a Clinical Nurse with the University of Utah School of Medicine, you have the opportunity to work side by side with world-class professionals, develop your skills, and grow your career.
Responsibilities
- Obtain MD orders/testing and coordinate clinic appointments and appropriate testing.
- Coordinate with social work on patient/family needs for out-of-town patients.
- Follow-up on studies and obtain results.
- Aid in sub-specialist referral.
- Address patient concerns/questions received via electronic message or phone message.
- Follow-up on patient lab work if applicable.
- Call in patient prescriptions/renewals.
- Follow-up with patients by telephone after missed clinic appointments, etc.
- Direct preauthorization requests for medication to the appropriate team.
- Help to standardize written protocols.
- Maintain list of referred patients.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing medical care. Workers in this position may be exposed to infectious diseases and may be required to function around prisoners and behavioral health patients.
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Preferred:
Some positions may require additional certifications such as Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) within one year of hire.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
- Prior experience in the pediatrics and/or cardiovascular medicine.
- Must be a self-starter with exceptional organizational skills, ability to function independently, and attention to detail.
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, both oral and written.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and the ability to learn new software programs.
Applicants will be screened according to preferences.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work).
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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