What are the responsibilities and job description for the Specialty Nurse (RN - Triage) - Methodist Plaza Cardiology position at UnityPoint Health?
Specialty Nurse (RN Triage) - Methodist Plaza Cardiology
Des Moines, Iowa
Full-time Benefit Package
4 10-hour shifts / Monday to Friday
**$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates.
Responsibilities
Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare!
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Triage Nurse to join our dynamic cardiology team. In this role, you will be the first point of contact for patients experiencing cardiac symptoms, providing both clinical advice and care coordination. You will assess patients’ symptoms, prioritize urgency, and ensure they receive the appropriate care in a timely manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment: Triage patient inquiries, assess symptoms, and provide clinical advice based on protocols. Escalate urgent cases to appropriate providers or emergency services.
- Care Coordination: Schedule appointments and referrals for cardiology consultations, diagnostic tests, and follow-up care.
- Education: Educate patients and families about their cardiac condition, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cardiologists, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure smooth clinic operations and continuity of care.
- Documentation: Accurately document patient interactions, symptoms, and care plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Patient Advocacy: Advocate for patient needs, ensuring they understand their condition and are connected to the necessary resources.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Education: RN degree from an accredited nursing program.
- Licensure: Active RN license in Iowa.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in cardiology, emergency medicine, or a related field.
- Skills:
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and patient education skills.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and handle urgent situations with confidence.
- Proficiency with EMR systems and triage protocols.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience in a cardiology or cardiovascular care setting.
- Knowledge of cardiac medications, diagnostic procedures, and care management.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team – We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.
- Area of Interest: Nursing;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: Cardiology- Methodist Plaza PB;
- Shift: 4 10-hour shifts / Weekdays;
- Job ID: 156107;
