Specialty Nurse - Cardiology - Anticoagulation Clinic

Company: UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital
Location: Cedar Rapids
Posted on: May 22, 2020

Job Description:

Welcome pageReturning Candidate?Log back in!Specialty Nurse - Cardiology - Anticoagulation ClinicRequisition ID 2019-69209 Category Nursing Location US-IA-Cedar Rapids Address 202 10th St SE Affiliate 1010 UnityPoint Health CR St Lukes Hospital City Cedar Rapids Department Cardiology Clinic State IA FTE 1.0 FLSA Non-Exempt Scheduled Hours/Shift M-F 08:30am-5pm Work Type (Portal Searching) Full Time BenefitsOverviewAre you interested in working in a fast-paced clinic, with the opportunity to learn and grow? We have an opportunity for you at UnityPoint!--The Specialty Nurse functions as a clinician, educator and resource for patients within their specialty of care.ResponsibilitiesFunction as a clinician, educator and resource for patients within their specialty of care and assist physicians with office procedures.Demonstrates competence in the skills necessary to carry out assigned duties.Triage incoming patients ensuring compliance with established admission/acceptance criteria. Direct appointments and referrals as determined by the current criteria.Develop, implement and evaluate the standards of practice and care for the patient population.Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.Answer questions and provide teaching to patients and family members.Responsible for the development and ongoing coordination of care for patients.Act as a consultant both within the institution and to outside agencies or groups.Consult with individuals, families, community agencies or colleagues from associated disciplines or with nursing.Conduct or facilitate implementation of research studies and translate research findings into nursing practice.Preauthorize care/procedures with insurance companies.Meet the department work schedule.Be aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization's intranet site.Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, Safety and Risk Management guidelines.Maintain compliance with Personnel policies and procedures.Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work.Monitor environmental conditions in order to secure protected health information.Behave in a manner consistent with all Corporate Compliance and HIPAA policies and procedures.Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other's views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of the team above own interests.Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the officeQualificationsBSN preferred: Willingness to complete Bachelor's degree.Current Iowa/Illinois license to practice as a Registered Nurse.Meets educational/competency requirements per policy.Five (5) years of nursing experience preferred.Specialty certification preferred.Mandatory Reporter certification.CPR certificationAbility to direct others and to exercise judgment in problem situations.Creative thinking; analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities; self-direction; theoretical implementation and evaluation.Computer data entry experience.Strong interpersonal skills.Ability to work as a team member.Ability to understand and apply guidelines, policies and procedures.Able to write, read, comprehend and speak fluent English.Strong computer skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Apply for this job onlineEmail this job to a friendShare on your newsfeedNeed help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started.Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMSwww.icims.com

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