Overview
Cardiology Specialty Nurse (RN) - Triage/Procedure Scheduling - Methodist Plaza Cardiology, EP Department
Des Moines, Iowa
Shift: Monday to Friday - 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
**$5000 sign-on bonus for external candidates.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Comprehensive benefits plan with many perks.
- Continuing education opportunities and professional development support.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Responsibilities
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cardiology Triage Nurse to join our cardiology team in the EP Department at Methodist. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cardiac care, excellent assessment skills, and the ability to provide efficient and compassionate triage services to our patients and assist patients with procedure scheduling.
- Assess and triage incoming patient calls and walk-ins based on the severity of symptoms and medical history.
- Provide telephone triage, giving appropriate medical advice, and directing patients to the appropriate level of care.
- Coordinate urgent and emergency care for patients experiencing acute cardiac symptoms.
- Communicate effectively with cardiologists and other healthcare providers to relay patient information and facilitate timely interventions.
- Educate patients and their families about cardiac conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.
- Document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
- Monitor and follow up on patients' progress and response to treatment.
- Coordinate procedure scheduling and provide patient education regarding procedures.
Qualifications
- Current License to Practice, RN (State of Iowa).
- High school diploma.
- BLS and Mandatory Reporter.
- 3+ yrs prior cardiology experience preferred.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team: For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture: At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits: Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment: We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development: We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement: Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
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- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: Cardiology EP- Meth Plaza PB;
- Shift: 8-4:30 pm - Monday to Friday;
- Job ID: 152245;
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