RN-Registered Nurse-Cardiac Ultrasound-PT

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RN-Registered Nurse-Cardiac Ultrasound-PT','Part-time','RN','Varied','Varied','48','48','None','None','IOWA-DES MOINES-MERCY MEDICAL CENTER','','!*!GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provides and coordinates all of the aspects of Nursing Care
required for patients undergoing Cardiac Ultrasound Diagnostic procedures.  Serves the population from infant, pediatric,
adolescent, adult, and geriatric.



 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Administers conscious
sedation under the direction of a qualified physician during Transesophageal
EchocardiographyProficient with IV skillsPerforms Cardiac Stress
Testing using treadmill exercise or pharmacological agents.  This includes patient preparation and
informed consent, obtaining physician approval for exercise, ECG monitoring and
recording and preparation of a test report for the physician’s interpretation.Administers nursing care to
patients including assessment, planning, implementing, and evaluating the
patient’s care plan in coordination with the physician before, during, and
after echocardiography procedures. 
Transports patients and communicates appropriate with other patient care
providers to ensure and maintain the continuum of care. Interacts with patients,
both pre and post invasive procedures for history, instructions/teaching and
post procedure follow-up.  Provides
patient/family or caregiver education and counseling in recognition and solution
of physical, emotional, and environmental health problems. Works independently with
limited direct supervision using/following the Nurse Practice Act, Mercy
Medical Center policies and Nursing Standards policies and procedures. Assures
compliance of Department policies and procedures with Hospital Nursing
Standards.Adjusts communication
techniques to meet the specific needs of infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult,
and geriatric patients. Utilizes Hospital/department
information system to process data and retrieve patient information. Maintains open, positive,
and professional communications with co-workers, physician, and other members
of the health care team.Initiates emergency support
measures (i.e., CPR, protecting patient from injury).Responsible for all supplies
and medical equipment being available and in proper working condition in the
Department including patient monitors, 02, suction, and medications including
narcotics. Maintains procedure rooms
with necessary supplies and materials. Attends hospital and
departmental meetings and in-services, and serves on committees as requested.Maintains confidentiality
regarding all patient/personnel information.



























 

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Participates in the
orientation and training of new staff members.

 
','!*!MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Registered Nurse with
current Iowa license.Proof of
completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served
within three (3) months of hire.Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or
obtained by the end of the orientation
period (approximately six (6) weeks).ACLS within 6 months of hireThree years of RN nursing experience required.  Two years of critical care experience
preferred or clinical cardiac equivalent experience required. Level I Cardiac Arrhythmia class within 6 months of
hire.Level II 12 Lead EKG class within 1 year of hire.Level III Advanced 12 Lead EKG class within 18 months
of hire.















 
','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0142249','Mercy Medical Center','RN-Registered Nurse-Cardiac Ultrasound-PT

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