Specialty Nurse (RN) - Methodist Plaza Cardiology

Des Moines, Iowa

Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Full Time Benefit Package

**$5000 sign-on bonus!

Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare ! As a Specialty RN with Methodist Cardiology , you will play a crucial role in providing care and support to patients with cardiovascular issues. This job involves a combination of clinical and administrative responsibilities. A Cardiology Nurse specializes in caring for patients with heart-related conditions and works closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive cardiovascular care.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Assessment:

   • Conduct thorough assessments of patients with cardiac conditions.
   • Monitor vital signs, assess symptoms, and gather relevant medical history.

2. Diagnostic Procedures:

   • Assist in and perform diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms (ECG), stress tests, and Holter monitoring.
   • Monitor and interpret diagnostic results.

3. Medication Administration:

   • Administer medications as prescribed by physicians, including cardiac medications and anti-arrhythmics.
   • Educate patients on medication usage and potential side effects.

4. Patient Education:

   • Provide education to patients and their families on heart health, lifestyle modifications, and disease management.
   • Explain treatment plans and procedures to patients.

5. Collaboration:

   • Work closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and other healthcare team members to develop and implement patient care plans.
   • Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.

6. Monitoring:

   • Monitor and manage patients post-cardiac procedures or surgeries.
   • Keep track of cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation, and other relevant parameters.

7. Emergency Response:

   • Be prepared to respond to cardiac emergencies, including administering CPR and utilizing cardiac life support protocols.

8. Documentation:

   • Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
   • Document all nursing interventions, medications, and patient responses.

9. Quality Assurance:

   • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
   • Follow evidence-based practice guidelines and contribute to research activities.

10. Patient Advocacy:

    • Advocate for the needs and preferences of patients within the healthcare system.
    • Address concerns and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Strong understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team - 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.

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.