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The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

Registered Nurse - Cardiology

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLiberty, MO, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least 1 year of registered nurse experience with cardiac and/or telemetry patients, such as outpatient cardiology, progressive care, intensive care, catheterization lab, or inpatient telemetry.
  • Hold a single-state registered nurse license from a State Board of Nursing.
  • Hold Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
  • Be able to perform the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate knowledge of cardiovascular disease processes by obtaining and interpreting data, identifying appropriate use and dosage of medications, understanding laboratory values, and adapting procedures and treatments appropriately.
  • When necessary, room patients; verify patient identity; obtain basic patient data, including chief complaint, pain level, allergies, and current medications; obtain vital signs, weight, and a general-appearance assessment; and verify examinations to be performed.
  • Perform prothrombin-time and lipid studies and make recommendations based on results; perform electrocardiograms; start intravenous lines for testing as required; assist with stress echocardiograms and nuclear tests; and follow appropriate procedures for administering medications and performing laboratory tests under physician direction.
  • Assist physicians with patient treatment, examination, and testing as needed.
  • Report critical laboratory and diagnostic test values to physicians; communicate test results to patients per physician instruction; arrange hospital catheterization procedures; obtain physician orders, patient instructions, and appropriate prescriptions; complete precertification; and provide patient and family education on procedures, tests, medication, nutrition, health, and wellness.
  • Perform patient telephone triage by receiving calls and messages, assessing urgency, consulting physicians, and documenting patient notification and follow-up.
  • Maintain patient and organizational confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA.
  • Serve as a clinical resource for patients, practice staff, and physicians; participate in training, orientation, and education of new employees; and oversee medication and emergency-equipment maintenance and quality control, crash-cart readiness, stocking of examination and procedure rooms, laboratory controls, and sharps and biohazard materials.
  • Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.

Desired Qualifications

  • At least 2 years of cardiology clinic experience.
  • Acute/Critical Care Nursing (Pediatric) certification (CCRN) from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Certification Corporation.
  • Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) certification from the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

About the Company

The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

The University of Kansas Health System is a non-profit academic medical center with locations in Kansas City, Topeka, Great Bend, and Lawrence. It delivers comprehensive medical services—from primary care to highly specialized treatments—through the largest physician practice in Kansas, covering more than 200 medical specialties. As an academic medical center, it combines patient care with research and education, and it operates the only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center in the area. Care is coordinated across its hospitals, clinics, and affiliated providers, with revenue generated from patient services, research grants, and educational programs. The system distinguishes itself by its large, integrated physician network, broad range of specialties, and its role in research and training, all aimed at improving health outcomes in Kansas and the surrounding region.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Founded
1998

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