Role Overview: The Registered Nurse (RN) Outpatient Cardiovascular Nurse specializes in cardiac diagnostics and rehabilitation, providing personalized, high-quality patient care in a clinical setting. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, ensuring safe assessments, stress testing, and development of individualized care plans.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform assessments, monitor patients during cardiac stress tests and rehab exercises, and interpret clinical data.
- Administer medications, IV therapy, and respond to emergencies following ACLS protocols.
- Develop and adjust exercise prescriptions, monitor vital signs, and educate patients on cardiovascular health and risk factors.
- Maintain documentation, ensure patient safety, and collaborate with healthcare team members.
- Support quality improvement initiatives, participate in team meetings, and serve as a professional role model.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Associates or Diploma in Nursing required; Bachelor’s preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience with clinical and management competence.
- Proficiency in electronic health records, Microsoft Office, and cardiology-related knowledge.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and ability to stay current with cardiovascular practices.