What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Clinic (PRN) position at Cardiovascular Institute South?
Who We Are:
Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.
What We Offer:
- Choice of three health insurance plans
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
- Access to company-provided training and educational resources
- Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
- Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
- Eight company-paid holidays
- Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents
About the Role:
- Position is based in the CIS clinic
- Reports directly to the Nursing Team Leader
- Supports cardiovascular physicians and interdisciplinary medical staff
- Provides direct patient care and clinical coordination
- Works under direction of leadership including physicians, Practice Administrator, EVP of Nursing Services, and CEO as needed
How You’ll Drive Our Mission Forward:
- Triage patients and assess urgent/emergent conditions
- Obtain and document medications, allergies, vital signs, complaints, and H&P in paper and/or EMR
- Communicate patient concerns and clinical findings to providers
- Assist physicians/providers during patient visits and procedures
- Review, complete, and carry out provider orders
- Administer injections and manage medication samples per protocol
- Schedule diagnostic tests and maintain CDS protocols
- Maintain accurate, complete electronic documentation including phone encounters and wait times
- Respond to phone calls from patients, pharmacies, physician offices, and home health agencies
- Perform venipunctures and finger sticks
- Assist with Coumadin clinic duties as needed
- Educate patients and families on diagnostic tests and procedures
- Explain cardiovascular testing (EKG, Holter, event monitors, stress tests, ultrasounds, nuclear studies, etc.)
- Interrogate pacemakers and defibrillators and assist with pacemaker clinic
- Complete medical and administrative forms (home health, FMLA, disability, work/school excuses, handicap permits, etc.)
- Review insurance alerts and complete pre-certifications when required
- Assist with ordering medical supplies
- Perform mandated clinic safety and compliance checks
- Support staffing in other clinics or departments as needed
- Perform additional duties aligned with CIS mission and patient-centered philosophy
What Makes You a Great Match:
- Current, unencumbered State Registered Nurse license
- One to two years of clinical experience, preferably in cardiology
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Willingness to complete assigned EKG and cardiology courses within 12 months of hire
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Commitment to accurate documentation and patient safety