Position Highlights:

Sign on bonus: NonePosition: RN Specialist – Cardiac Device ClinicLocation: Chicago, ILFull TimeHours: Days (M-F 8:00am - 4:30 pm)Required Travel: None

What you will need:

Current Illinois Nursing licensureCertified as a Cardiac Device Specialist (Preferred)CPR CertifiedACLS CertifiedGraduate from an accredited School of Nursing.2 Years nursing experience in critical care and specialization in cardiac devices. Demonstrates mastery of nursing skillsClinical skills, sound judgment, communication skills and organizational skills.Able to guide and supervise nursing personnelKnowledge of EKG and recognition and diagnosis of arrhythmias.Knowledge of Hemodynamic monitoring and waveform recognition.Knowledge of cardiac and emergency drugs.Knowledgeable about the programmers, follow-up, and websites for all four major device companies (Medtronic, Boston Scientific, St. Jude, and Biotronik)Knowledge of cardiac devices, Pacemakers, ICDS, and Reveal monitors

General Summary:

As an experienced practitioner, is accountable for providing high quality, individualized, goal directed care for all levels of patients in accordance with the philosophy of the Division of Nursing. 

The RN Specialist Cardiac Device Clinic is a subject expert in device management and properly carries out the process of managing a device clinic across the spectrum from enrollment through patient care.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

Essential Functions 

Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates the delivery of nursing care to patients and their significant others.Maintains a safe therapeutic working environment and recognizes need for action in emergency situations. Attains knowledge and competency reflective of current standards of practice.Interacts and contributes to the professional development of peers and colleagues.Integrates ethical provisions in all areas of nursing practice.Integrates research findings into nursing practice.Systematically enhances the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.Maintains daily Quality Assurance statistics. 

Expert in the following requirements:

Accurately conduct device checks for Pacemakers, ICDs and Reveal monitorsDownload and accurately assess remote transmissions from above devicesBill and code all checks accuratelyAccurately enter all patient/device information into Optima post implant or generator Change.Accurately chart in EpicEvaluate for appropriate and optimal function of the devicesEvaluate and accurately diagnose arrhythmiasAbility to determine what issues need to be discussed with the EP or MDTriage patients to MLP or MD/EP for follow up as necessaryAccurately schedule patients for follow up in Epic, Optima and websitesConduct patient teaching as needed 

In addition, the RN Specialist is a subject expert in device management and properly carries out the process of managing a device clinic across the spectrum from enrollment through patient care:

Self-directed workerUses critical thinking skills to solve problemsHelps to set standards of careResponsible for training and mentoring new device nursesLeads projects related to the function of the clinic or the staffAbility to give in-service or continuing education for the staffAttends continuing education regularly for ongoing developmentResource for the other device nurses, doctors and health care team membersCertified as a Cardiac Device SpecialistKnowledgeable about the programmers, follow up, and web sites for all four major device companies (Medtronic, Boston Scientific, St. Jude and Biotronik)Collaborates in planning and problem solving with other health team membersOther Functions: Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. 

PATIENT CARE/AGE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS 

Staff Nurses working in specialty areas possess a knowledge of procedures specific to that patient population including age specific needs.  Must be able to recognize the needs and behaviors of the adult cardiac patient. Must be aware of the differences of patient ages and have the knowledge of the special needs to provide for the care of the patients.  

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY 

Committee membership and participation

INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CONTACTS 

Patients and their families and significant others, Division of Nursing Staff, Medical Staff and other hospital personnel.

ENVIRONMENT

May be in an upright position and moving about most of the working timeMay lift heavy objectsUse of computerPotential for exposure to chemicals, airborne diseases, blood and bodily fluidsRisk of injury by violent patient 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Benefits:

Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and DevelopmentVarious Medical, Dental, and Vision optionsTuition ReimbursementDiscounted Parking at designated locationsWellness Program Savings PlanHealth Savings Account OptionsRetirement Options with Company MatchPaid Time Off and Holiday PayCommunity Involvement Opportunities