“`html Cardiology Clinic Nurse General Information This position is located within a comprehensive cardiology clinic. Travelers must reside more than 100 miles from the facility, and permanent staff must wait one full year before returning as travelers. Experience Requirements • Minimum of 1 year of clinic experience required, with a preference for cardiology experience. • First-time travelers will not be accepted unless they have worked specifically in a Cardiac/Cardiovascular Clinic for at least 1 year. Patient Care Responsibilities The role involves caring for a diverse range of patients, including those with: • General cardiology issues • Electrophysiology needs • Vascular surgery cases • Arrhythmias and shortness of breath • Referrals and cardiac clearances • Hypertension and POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) • Swelling and CHF (Congestive Heart Failure) management • Abnormal stress tests and pre/post catheterization patients Daily Patient Ratios Under usual circumstances, you will interact with approximately 22 patients per day. Qualifications • Required certifications include RN or LPN with BLS certification. • Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing is mandatory. Skills Required Applicants must possess: • Knowledge and expertise in cardiac diagnoses, along with the ability to provide education related to cardiac medications. • Comfort in delivering education associated with pre/post cardiac procedures, as well as identifying and flagging abnormal EKGs. • Experience with EPIC is required within the last 1-2 years. • Preferred experience in a cardiac clinic setting. Support on the Unit You will be collaborating with a supportive team, including: • EKG technicians • Clinical assistants • LPNs • Lead RN • Nursing Manager (RN) • Medical Doctors (MDs) • Advanced Practice Providers (APP) Charting System The electronic medical record system utilized is EPIC, with additional support from Omnicell for medication dispensing. Additional Information • Floating between different cardiac clinics may be required. • Orientation includes facility protocol training and 3-4 days of side-by-side training with an experienced nurse. • No weekend work is required. You must cover 2 out of 4 holidays. • Time-off requests must be approved through the manager. • Scrubs must be navy blue. • Free parking is available for staff. “`