Job description

Per Diem Medical Office RN - Heart Center Coumadin Clinic, Poughkeepsie, New York

The Heart Center in Poughkeepsie, New York, is seeking a per diem Registered Nurse (RN) for its Coumadin Clinic. Under the direction of the Manager, assists the cardiologist in the delivery of patient care in the office setting. Demonstrates a professional, customer focused manner, displays and promotes respect, care and dignity for all internal and external customers. Also facilitates a team oriented attitude, striving continuously for service excellence. Responsible for nursing care in line with clinical practice standards of the Coumadin Clinic. Perform various clerical functions related to patient care. Population served based on scope of services in the department.

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Assessment skills to identify the signs and symptoms of bleeding and knowledge of when to triage to the cardiologist or medical physician.

2. Understanding of hemostasis, coagulation, antithrombotic therapy, thrombogenesis, and hypercoagulable states.

3. Understanding of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics properties of coumadin/warfarin and other anticoagulants used in the outpatient setting.

4. Ability to describe the impact of medications, diseases, and dietary and lifestyle changes that can alter anticoagulation therapy.

5. Understanding of the effects of socioeconomic, behavioral, psychological, and environmental factor on patient compliance.

6 .Ability to describe the relationship between the PT/INR and to be able to discuss limitations and variability.

7. Ability to interpret INR and adjust warfarin dose according to guidelines.

8.Understanding of age-specific health issues and how this may impact therapy.

9. Maintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor).

10.Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

11. Performs other duties as required.

Education and Experience Requirements:

·Minimum two (2) years’ experience critical care environment (ER/ICU/CCU), or minimum 3 years cardiology nursing

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Requirements:

·Demonstrated ability to effectively function as a team member.

License, Registration, or Certification Requirements:

·NYS RN License

·BLS Certification

·PREFER: ACLS Certification , IV Certified

Environmental Factors:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Potential environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:

·Bio-hazardous Waste

·Blood Borne Pathogens. Job may require performance or tasks that involve potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

·Chemicals/Commercial Products

·Experiencing challenging conditions where a professional attitude will be required

·Exposure to Latex

·Fumes or Airborne Particles

·Interacting with a Diverse population

·Noise Level – Varies from Quiet to Very Loud

·Patient Care/Handling Duties

·Repetitive Motion

·Required to use personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to hazardous materials.

·Risk of Electrical Shock

Nuvance Health has a network of convenient hospital and outpatient locations — Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut, and Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital Center and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York — plus multiple primary and specialty care physician practices locations, including The Heart Center, a leading provider of cardiology care, and two urgent care offices. Non-acute care is offered through various affiliates, including the Thompson House for rehabilitation and skilled nursing services, and the Home Care organizations.

Location: Poughkeepsie-1 Columbia Street-Suite 200

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours: Per Diem

FTE: 0.020000

Work Schedule: Day 8

Work Shift: Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Org Unit: 1526

Department: POK Coumadin

Exempt: No

Grade: S11

EOE, including disability/vets.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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