Stamford Health
Registered Nuse - Non-Invasive Cardiology
Stamford Health - Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
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Job DescriptionThe Non-invasive Cardiology Nurse will assist the Department in providing high quality care to non-invasive, cardiac testing patients. Plan and deliver patient care utilizing the Nursing Process and following all established standards of practice within State and Federal guidelines. The Non-invasive Cardiology Nurse will be proficient in monitoring and patient assessment and Pre/Intra/Post care particular to the patients in the Non-Invasive Cardiology department and be competent in the management of patients undergoing Cardioversion, Trans Esophageal ECHO, and all types of Stress Testing. The Non-Invasive RN will coordinate the schedule with cardiology, anesthesia and the various specialties for both the inpatient and outpatient population. In addition he/she will provide support to non-RN personnel.Schedule: Full-Time. Monday through Friday, 7a-5pm with a rotating day off. Department is not operational on weekends or holidays.QualificationsCurrent Connecticut RN License.Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certification.2 years of Inpatient Cardiology experience required.Knowledge of nursing theories, practices and standards of care, as well as overall knowledge with the basic principles, purposes and protocols related to cardiology.Proficient in rhythm strip interpretation and arrhythmia detection and intervene in emergency situations.