Cardiac Registered Nurse
MSO NTX Heart Surg Cntr Dallas
Richardson, TX

Cardiac Registered Nurse

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Cardiac Registered Nurse? At MSO NTX Heart Surg Cntr Dallas, 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.

Benefits

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

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Cardiac Registered Nurse like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Cardiac Registered Nurse – RN  

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

TheCardiacRegistered Nurse–RNprovides 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 nursedemonstratescritical 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 thatoptimizespatient care and produces positive outcomes. 

Usesanalytical 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 patientoninitialsession and updated medicalrecordappropriately with each visit. 

Performsappropriate patientpreparation 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 

Assistsin 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, andtimelyflow of patients. 

Greetspatients andpreparesthem forphysician’sexamination. 

Provides general nursing care to patients as necessary for office treatment. 

Screens patients forappropriate information. 

Instructs patients incollectionof samples and tests. 

Arrangesfor patient testing and admissions. 

Checksrooms daily for necessary supplies. 

Responds to andrefersincoming telephone calls. 

Instructs patients and familyregardingmedications and treatment instructions. 

Maintains and reviews patients’ records and other pertinent information. 

Poststests and examination results. 

Maintains patientconfidentially. 

Administers medicationsin accordance withphysician orders. 

Maintains current knowledge toassurea safe working environment anddemonstratespractical application of all policies and proceduresrelativeto 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 isrequired. 

EXPERIENCE: 

Minimum ofthree yearsregisterednurse cardiac -vascular experience in an acute care or cardiology clinic settingrequired. Experience to include 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: 

BLSrequiredupon hire 

ACLSrequiredwithin60 daysof hire  

Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nursein accordance withstate 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 

Supporting HCA Healthcare's 186 hospitals and 2,400+ sites of care, Physician Services plays a crucial role as the main entry point for patients looking for high-quality healthcare within the HCA Healthcare system. With a focus on meeting the needs of our patients at all access points, Physician Services is dedicated to implementing innovative, physician-driven, value-added solutions to assist physicians in providing high-quality, patient-centered care, aligning with our mission to care for and enhance human life.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.  In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Cardiac Registered Nurse opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.