Staff Nurse-Cardiology in Mountain View, California at Silicon Valley Medical Development

El Camino Health Medical Network is currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join our growing healthcare team!

Location: Mountain View, CA

Pay: $55.00-$76.00 / hour

The Registered Nurse I (RN I) provides appropriate care to patients and their families in a compassionate and professional manner. She/he assists the patients care team in implementing the medical plan of care.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluate the health questions and health concerns of assigned patients and care plans.
• Respond to patient advice messages in the In Basket requiring clinical input and knowledge.
• Advise patients on health conditions and health maintenance plans.
• Communicate with patients via the phone and / or the EMR to resolve patient needs.
• Identify and notify other care team members of their potential involvement in the patient care plan.
• Communicate with front office and / or call center staff of their potential involvement in the patient care plan.
• Escalate patient needs to a provider (Physician Associate, Nurse Practitioner, and / or physician) when advice is outside of the scope of practice of the registered nurse
• Document the recommended care plan in the EMR.
• Ensure the urgent and necessary In Basket messages are addressed in the appropriate manner and timeframe.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Assist providers (physicians and / or APC(APPs)) during examinations and procedures.
• Perform various patient tests and administer medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse.
• Promote independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program
• Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license
• 2 years of nursing experience in acute care or ambulatory care setting
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association
• Proficiency with an EMR