What are the responsibilities and job description for the nurse position at King and Associates Cardiology?
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to providing high-quality patient care, particularly for children and individuals with developmental disabilities. This role involves working in various settings, including home care and hospice palliative medicine, ensuring that patients receive the best possible support and treatment.
Duties
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients, including assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care plans.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to established standards of care.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Document patient information accurately using electronic health records systems such as Epic.
- Conduct MDS coding and maintain compliance with relevant healthcare regulations and standards.
- Educate patients and their families on health management, disease prevention, and wellness strategies.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary based on ongoing assessments.
- Provide emotional support to patients and families during challenging times, particularly in hospice settings.
Requirements
- Valid nursing license in the state of Connecticut (CT).
- Experience working with children and individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Background in home care or hospice palliative medicine is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with MDS coding and healthcare standards is a plus.
- Proficient in using electronic health record systems, particularly Epic.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team environment.
- Compassionate demeanor with a commitment to providing high-quality patient-centered care.
Pay: $25.00 - $31.37 per hour
Expected hours: 4 – 40 per week
Medical Specialty:
- Cardiology
Physical Setting:
- Clinic
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $31
