14 Cardiology jobs in Pittsburgh
RN SUBSIDIARY - CARDIOLOGY - GENERAL CARDIOLOGY
Posted 20 days ago
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Description
$5,000 sign-on bonus
Job Summary
The RN Subsidiary will perform direct patient care activities such as lab tests, treatments, and medication administration. These are performed under the direction of the physician in preparation for the patient’s examination and treatment. RN will utilize nursing process to assess patient’s condition and direct to the appropriate level of care using internal and external resources. Carry out clerical activities. Quality control activities, performance improvement initiatives, etc. in order to support the physician and practice as assigned.
Essential Job Functions
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Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the RN Practice Act, hospital, and/or physician practice policies, procedures, protocols and other professional standards of care.
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Collect patient health care data, including VS, weight, chief complaint and pain assessment focusing on the physical, psychosocial, age, cultural and spiritual needs for the patient.
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Complete initial assessment of the patient’s health history, learning needs and barriers, physical, psychosocial, cultural and spiritual needs and reassess annually.
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Involve the patient/family and other healthcare professionals when appropriate.
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Complete patient care treatments/testing as ordered by the physician.
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Administer medications/immunizations using appropriate routes and techniques specific to age of the patient.
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Comply with completeness, accuracy and timeliness of documentation.
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Provide education and instruction, within their scope of practice, to patients and families.
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Assess the patient’s readiness to learn, educational needs and educational barriers.
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Provide educational material and/or instruction based on assessed needs.
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Document all education/instruction provided including topic, individual provided to and understanding.
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Maintain collaborative relationship with physicians to achieve desired patient outcomes.
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Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures.
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Assist the physician with treatments and procedures as requested.
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Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practice policies.
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Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
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Label all patient specimens with identifiers per policy.
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Use patient identifiers on all written documentation, including notes and point of care testing results.
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Assist in compliance with all regulatory agency requirements.
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Adhere to infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
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Participate in non-punitive medication reporting.
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Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of professional nursing.
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Demonstrate an ability to solve problems independently and seek assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
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Maintain accountability for actions taken.
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Delegate patient care appropriately.
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Effectively function as a resource person.
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Act as a patient advocate.
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Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
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Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.
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Coordinate communication between patients/families and physician practice, pharmacies, specialists and insurance carriers.
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Provide advise based on protocols and physician instructions and direct patients to the appropriate level of care.
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Facilitate patient’s access to prescription refills based on physician order.
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Obtain prior authorizations and/or assist with indigent programs per physician order based on the patient’s financial status or insurance coverage.
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Support performance improvement initiatives within the physician practice.
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Assist in data collection as directed by the manager/physician.
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Incorporate into practice performance improvement initiatives that have been implemented.
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Maintain the environment of care.
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Ensure that supplies in patient care areas are replenished daily.
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Consistently maintains a clean safe environment.
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Follow policies pertaining to daily/weekly/monthly quality control for refrigerator temperature, and equipment controls.
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Perform POC testing as ordered by the physician.
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Complete all quality control testing per policy and manufacturing guidelines.
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Use two patient identifiers, name and DOB, prior to testing.
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Follow appropriate procedures when collecting patient specimens.
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Accurately record patient test results on appropriate result form and testing log.
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Identify results that are out of acceptable range and follow up prior to performing patient testing.
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Prepare forms, copy records and respond to requests per policies and procedures.
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Assist in maintaining the patient’s record to facilitate filing and retrieval of information.
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Participate in staff education.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
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Strong leadership ability, independent thinking and decision-making ability; analytical problem-solving skills, sound judgment; excellent oral and written communication skills, must be able to function in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
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Previous experience in an outpatient office setting.
License, Certification & Clearances
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Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.
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Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.
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Act 33 with renewal
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Act 34 with renewal
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Act 73 Clearances
Supervisory Responsibilities
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
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Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
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Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.
LEAN
- Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.
AAP/EEO
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Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
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Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.
Work Environment
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Extreme Heat
x
x
Extreme Cold
x
x
Heights
x
x
Confined Spaces
x
x
Extreme Noise(>85dB)
x
x
Mechanical Hazards
x
x
Use of Vibrating Tools
x
Operates Vehicle
x
x
Operates Heavy Equipment
x
Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices
x
x
Rotates All Shifts
x
x
8 Hours Shifts
x
x
10-12 Hours Shifts
x
x
On-Call
Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)
x
x
Travel Between Sites
x
x
Direct Patient Care
x
x
Respirator Protective Equipment
x
x
Eye Protection
x
x
Head Protection (hard hat)
x
Hearing Protection
x
x
Hand Protection
x
x
Feet, Toe Protection
x
x
Body Protection
x
x
Latex Exposure
x
x
Solvent Exposure
x
x
Paint (direct use) Exposure
x
Dust (sanding) Exposure
x
Ethylene Oxide Exposure
x
Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure
x
x
Blood/Body Fluid Exposure
x
Chemicals (direct use) Exposure
x
Mist Exposure
x
Wax Stripper (direct use)
x
Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Ionizing Radiation Exposure
x
Laser Exposure
x
Physical Demands
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
Essential – Absolute Necessity.
Marginal – Minimal Necessity.
Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.
Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.
Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.
Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.
Physical Condition
Essential
Marginal
Constantly
Frequently
Occasionally
Rarely
Never
Bending (Stooping)
x
x
Sitting
x
x
Walking
x
x
Climbing Stairs
x
x
Climbing Ladders
x
Standing
x
x
Kneeling
x
x
Squatting (Crouching)
x
x
Twisting/Turning
x
x
Keyboard/Computer Operation
x
x
Gross Grasp
x
x
Fine Finger Manipulation
x
x
Hand/Arm Coordination
x
x
Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)
x
x
Carry
x
x
Transfer/Push/Pull Patients
x
x
Seeing Near w/Acuity
x
x
Feeling (Sensation)
x
x
Color Vision
x
x
Hearing Clearly
x
x
Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead
x
Reaching Above Shoulder Level
x
x
Reaching Forward
x
x
Lifting Floor to Knuckle
=<20
x
Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle
x
Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder
x
Lifting Shoulder to Overhead
x
When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.
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Cardiology Tech
Posted 1 day ago
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Job Category: Technical
Requisition Number: CARDI009279
Posted: March 17, 2025
Part-Time
Heritage Valley Sewickley
Sewickley, PA 15143, USA
DescriptionCardiology Department; Work hours: PT Position, work week would consist of two 7.5 hours/day and three 5hrs/day--Monday-Friday with an occasional weekend coverage, will require cross campus travel, and must be flexible with working hours to cover patient volume, vacation and PTO hours.
The Cardiology Technician is responsible for performing electrocardiograms (EKG) and assisting with cardiac stress testing procedures. Presents the completed exam for interpretation by the physician. Performs clerical duties surrounding cardiology diagnostic testing that includes but is not limited to filing, EKG transcription, reception responsibilities and record management.
Requirements: High school graduate or GED. Certification in Basic Life Support. Must be flexible and easily adaptable to change.
Successful completion of Acts 73 and/or 169 clearances within 90 days of commencing employment, if applicable.
Preferred: Prior experience in EKG/stress testing. Completion of Basic Arrhythmia Course. Prior experience in computer applications/word processing.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Cardiology Tech
Posted 5 days ago
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Cardiology Department; Work hours: PT Position, work week would consist of two 7.5 hours/day and three 5hrs/dayMonday-Friday with an occasional weekend coverage, will require cross campus travel, and must be flexible with working hours to cover patient volume, vacation and PTO hours.The Cardiology Technician is responsible for performing electrocardiograms (EKG) and assisting with cardiac stress testing procedures. Presents the completed exam for interpretation by the physician. Performs clerical duties surrounding cardiology diagnostic testing that includes but is not limited to filing, EKG transcription, reception responsibilities and record management. Requirements: High school graduate or GED. Certification in Basic Life Support. Must be flexible and easily adaptable to change.Successful completion of Acts 73 and/or 169 clearances within 90 days of commencing employment, if applicable.Preferred: Prior experience in EKG/stress testing. Completion of Basic Arrhythmia Course. Prior experience in computer applications/word processing. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Medical Assistant - PMA Cardiology - Monroeville
Posted 13 days ago
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Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
**$1,000 Sign-on Bonus**
**Sign-on bonus is for external hires only**
**Recipients must stay with AHN for minimum of 1 year**
**Rehires may not have worked with AHN within the previous 12 months to qualify**
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
Under the direction of the provider and as a member of the health care team, assists in coordinating the examination, treatment and health care planning for patients. Assists with other office functions to support patient care and office operations. Follows all established protocols, policies, procedures and standardized workflows.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
+ Using the team based approach, assists in the coordination of patient care under supervision of the health care provider.
+ Prepares and rooms patients within the clinical practice setting according to standardized work flows. Accurately obtains patient vital signs, documents patient information, patient history, tobacco, and medication screening. May assist in the administration of depression screening tools. Completes annual wellness visit screenings. Reviews, updates and screens medication list in the EHR. Reviews social history with patient and updates record. If applicable, pends/''cues up'' orders for required age appropriate screenings, patient prescriptions, refills, or other orders based on AHN approved protocols.
+ Performs back office testing following approved AHN protocols and policies.
+ Assists providers with examination and procedures.
+ May serve as a scribe with additional training.
+ Provides follow up with patients at designated intervals via patient's preferred method (telephone, electronic, written) in accordance with provider instructions. Notifies patients of test results under the direction of provider in a timely manner.
+ Prepares exam room for patient visit. Ensures adequate inventory of medical supplies. Ensures all patient treatment areas are at all times stocked with the appropriate supplies using established inventory standards.
+ Cleans and sterilizes instruments per established AHN approved policy and manufacturer's guidelines.
+ Accurately performs lab controls and equipment checks as assigned.
+ Administers and accurately documents medications in accordance with policy and safe practice.
+ Documents accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) according to established standards and work flows.
+ Accurately performs clerical office functions and other duties as assigned.
+ May require floating/travel between physician office locations.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
+ High School / GED
+ Completion of a Medical Assistant Program **OR** 1 year of Medical Assistant **OR** 1 year in a direct patient care role, including vital signs. Candidate experience must align with expected clinical duties (i.e., injections, phlebotomy, EKGs)
+ CPR - American Heart Association
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Certification Requirements:
+ Employees who have: graduated from a medical assistant program within five years **OR** proof of one year of work experience as a medical assistant in the last three years must complete certification training and/or attempt testing within 30 days of hire and must obtain certification within 120 days of hire.
+ Accepted Medical Assistant Certification (NHA, AAMA, AMT, NCCT, AMCA)
Employees who have not met the above certification criteria may have the opportunity to sit for a company proctored certification exam when qualified.
Preferred
+ Associate's Degree
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
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Req ID: J267072
RN, Cardiology Stress RN (Casual), Forbes
Posted 4 days ago
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Company :
Allegheny Health Network
Job Description :
Shift: Daylight (6a-230p or 630a-3p), Saturday rotation
Forbes Stress RN Job Description
The stress lab in the diagnostic cardiology department works with both inpatient and outpatient cardiac stress test patients. Working in the stress lab, the Registered Nurse performs and/or assists with: nuclear stress testing, exercise stress testing, echo stress testing, tilt tables and transesophageal echocardiograms. The Registered Nurse also performs EKGs and able to apply holter monitors.
Allegheny Health Network :
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
Forbes Hospital :
Forbes Hospital is a 315 bed, Level II trauma hospital located in the community of Monroeville. Our hospital offers the service lines of a city hospital, inclusive of trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology, obstetrics and psychiatry, while also building relationships across the organization in a community setting.
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
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Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
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Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
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Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
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Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
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Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
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Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
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Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
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Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
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Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
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Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
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Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
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Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
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Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
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Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
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Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
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Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
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Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
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Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
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Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
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Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
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Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
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Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
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Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
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Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
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Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
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Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
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Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
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Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
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Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
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CPR certification
Preferred
- Certification in area of specialty
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J262435
RN, Cardiology Stress RN (Casual), Forbes
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
Shift: Daylight (6a-230p or 630a-3p), Saturday rotation
**Forbes Stress RN Job Description**
The stress lab in the diagnostic cardiology department works with both inpatient and outpatient cardiac stress test patients. Working in the stress lab, the Registered Nurse performs and/or assists with: nuclear stress testing, exercise stress testing, echo stress testing, tilt tables and transesophageal echocardiograms. The Registered Nurse also performs EKGs and able to apply holter monitors.
**Allegheny Health Network** :
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
**Forbes Hospital** :
Forbes Hospital is a 315 bed, Level II trauma hospital located in the community of Monroeville. Our hospital offers the service lines of a city hospital, inclusive of trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology, obstetrics and psychiatry, while also building relationships across the organization in a community setting.
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
+ Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
+ Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
+ Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
+ Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
+ Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
+ Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
+ Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
+ Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
+ Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
+ Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
+ Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
+ Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
+ Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
+ Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
+ Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
+ Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
+ Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
+ Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
+ Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
+ Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
+ Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
+ Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
+ Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
+ CPR certification
Preferred
+ Certification in area of specialty
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J262435
Weekend Registered Nurse Medical Cardiology/Internal Medicine
Posted 4 days ago
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Join UPMC Shadyside's Medicine & Cardiology Team!
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Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for experienced nurses with more than one year of experience
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Weekend Differential: Receive 25% differential on top of base pay
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Experienced RNs: Full-Time, Weekend Program (24 hours per weekend, can choose between two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts between the hours of Friday at 3pm and Monday at 7am)
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Must have 1 year of nursing experience
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Unit: 4 Pavilion/South Medical Cardiology/Internal Medicine
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About UPMC Shadyside: A Magnet-designated teaching hospital with ongoing research and education
Apply now for a fulfilling nursing career!
4 Pavilion/South Medicine & Cardiology Unit - The Heart of Healing:
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Cardiac Excellence: Focus on cardiac management and procedures (PTCA, pacemaker insertion, AICD insertion).
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Team-Oriented Culture: Supportive staff. Ideal for experienced and graduate nurses.
Here's how we support our nurses:
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Generous Sign-On Bonus of up to $0,000 (*Amount and eligibility based on type of nursing role and candidate experience).
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Up to 96 hours of Paid Time Off on the weekends for a maximum of 8 weekend shifts off in a fiscal year
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Dedicated career ladders allowing you to achieve your highest potential while rewarding you for your experience and advanced education.
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Tuition reimbursement of up to 6,000 per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (plus discounts for UPMC employees including no-cost RN-BSN/MSN options!).
UPMC's Nursing Career Ladder:
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Growth Opportunities: From Professional Staff Nurse to Expert Nurse and beyond.
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Tailored Compensation: Based on qualifications and individual preferences. The final job title and rate of pay will be based upon both individual qualifications and candidate choice.
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Total Rewards Package: Discuss choices during the offer process.
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Starting Pay: Non-BSN Professional Staff Nurse begins at 34.25 .
Responsibilities:
Build Relationships:
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Foster positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
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Understand cultural differences and promote healthy interactions.
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Maintain work-life balance and prioritize safety.
Effective Teaching:
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Apply adult learning principles to educate patients, families, and staff.
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Guide patients through care transitions and provide detailed teaching.
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Support colleagues' development and create an open learning environment.
Holistic Patient Care:
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Use the nursing process within Relationship Based Care.
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Set daily goals and consider individual patient needs.
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Communicate effectively with care providers and document comprehensively.
Professional Growth:
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Actively engage in shared governance and quality improvement.
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Adapt to change and contribute to improving patient care.
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Enhance patient satisfaction through evidence-based practices.
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1 year of nursing experience preferred (6 months required)
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BSN preferred.
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Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide care and interact with all ages of patients.
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Understand the principles of growth and development over the lifespan.
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Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients and their families, executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, and other departments.
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Work productively and effectively in an environment with changing priorities that require specialized skills.
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Think critically to analyze and problem-solve to deliver the best patient care.
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Use sound clinical judgment and problem-solve to deliver quality patient care when it matters most.
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Understand, apply, and champion nursing best practices.
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Ability to work productively and effectively within complex environment, handle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipment.
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Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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CPR required based on AHA standards that include both didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
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Registered Nurse (RN)
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Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state.
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Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.
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UPMC approved national certification preferred
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Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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RN, Cardiology Stress RN, (Part time), Forbes
Posted 4 days ago
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Company :
Allegheny Health Network
Job Description :
Shift: Daylight (6a-230p or 630a-3p), Saturday rotation
Forbes Stress RN Job Description
The stress lab in the diagnostic cardiology department works with both inpatient and outpatient cardiac stress test patients. Working in the stress lab, the Registered Nurse performs and/or assists with: nuclear stress testing, exercise stress testing, echo stress testing, tilt tables and transesophageal echocardiograms. The Registered Nurse also performs EKGs and able to apply holter monitors.
Allegheny Health Network :
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
Forbes Hospital :
Forbes Hospital is a 315 bed, Level II trauma hospital located in the community of Monroeville. Our hospital offers the service lines of a city hospital, inclusive of trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology, obstetrics and psychiatry, while also building relationships across the organization in a community setting.
GENERAL OVERVIEW:
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
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The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
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Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
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Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
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Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
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Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
-
Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
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Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
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Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
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Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
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Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
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Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
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Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
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Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
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Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
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Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
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Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
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Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
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Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
-
Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
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Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
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Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
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Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
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Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
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Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
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Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
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Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
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Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
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Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
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Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
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Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
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CPR certification
Preferred
- Certification in area of specialty
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement : This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
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Req ID: J262437
RN, Cardiology Stress RN, (Part time), Forbes
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
Allegheny Health Network
**Job Description :**
Shift: Daylight (6a-230p or 630a-3p), Saturday rotation
**Forbes Stress RN Job Description**
The stress lab in the diagnostic cardiology department works with both inpatient and outpatient cardiac stress test patients. Working in the stress lab, the Registered Nurse performs and/or assists with: nuclear stress testing, exercise stress testing, echo stress testing, tilt tables and transesophageal echocardiograms. The Registered Nurse also performs EKGs and able to apply holter monitors.
**Allegheny Health Network** :
At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9 Hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients and communities. AHN has commitment and dedication to being inclusive, valuing fresh perspectives, and offering the best growth and educational opportunities to employees.
**Forbes Hospital** :
Forbes Hospital is a 315 bed, Level II trauma hospital located in the community of Monroeville. Our hospital offers the service lines of a city hospital, inclusive of trauma, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional cardiology, obstetrics and psychiatry, while also building relationships across the organization in a community setting.
**GENERAL OVERVIEW:**
The Registered Nurse assesses human responses and plans, implements and evaluates nursing care for individuals or families for whom the nurse is responsible. The Registered Nurse is fully responsible for all actions as a licensed nurse and is accountable to patients for the quality of care delivered.
**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**
+ The registered nurse provides leadership in a professional practice setting.
+ Team player who contributes to building the team by helping others succeed through role modeling and mentoring.
+ Assigns or delegates tasks based on the needs of the patient and skill level of the RN, LPN or support staff. Assigns duties and lunches for staff when performing charge role.
+ Considers maintenance of a safe environment, patient condition, complexity of the intervention and predictability of the outcome.
+ Provides peers with both verbal and written feedback regarding clinical practice and role performance.
+ Shares knowledge and skills with peers and colleagues.
+ Willingly accepts mistakes of self and others, creating a culture in which risk taking is not only safe but expected.
+ Participates on interdisciplinary team to evaluate clinical care or health services.
+ Promotes patient safety initiatives (ex: National Patient Safety Goals).
+ Participates in department specific quality initiatives ( ex: EBP population specific). Assures appropriate order sets are used.
+ Supervises delegates and evaluates assigned LPN scope of practice as appropriate.
+ Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, evaluate and implement a patient plan of care according to the individual needs of the patient as prescribed by physician, nurse and hospital policy including patient and family.
+ Derives culturally and age appropriate expected outcomes involving the patient, family and other health care providers.
+ Analyzes the health status of the individuals and families comparing the data with the norm, when possible, to determine patient care needs.
+ Assesses patient reports/records change of condition and notifies physician and/or supervisor and intervenes appropriately and documents accordingly.
+ Accepts assignments in areas other than primary unit, and performs duties within individualized competency.
+ Demonstrates a commitment to continuous lifelong learning for self and others.
+ Promotes advancement of the profession through participation in professional organizations.
+ Seeks both formal and independent learning activities using current research findings and other evidence to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
+ Participates in systematic peer review and obtains informal feedback regarding one's own practice from patients, peers, professional colleagues and others. Identifies areas of strength, as well as, areas in which professional development would be beneficial.
+ Meets time and attendance guidelines per hospital policy.
+ Continuously evaluates and assesses patient and family satisfaction.
+ Participates I department specific patient satisfaction initiatives.
+ Promotes compassionate communication that is patient and family centered.
+ Assesses for and attempts to resolve patient/family concerns.
+ Utilizes effective time management skills to complete assigned duties and responsibilities within established work shift.
**QUALIFICATIONS:**
Minimum
+ Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
+ Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
+ Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
+ CPR certification
Preferred
+ Certification in area of specialty
**_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._
**_Compliance Requirement_** _: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._
_As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._
_Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._
Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at
California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice
Req ID: J262437
Block Schedule Cardiology Hospitalist - Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Area
Posted today
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Job Description
About the Opportunity:
Take advantage of this opportunity to practice with a collegial multispecialty team where you will be employed by the region’s healthcare leader. This position offers generous benefits, work-life balance, extensive support, and more!
- Enjoy your time off - 7on 7off block schedule
- Join a well-established department often recognized for their accomplishments
- #1 in State 2025 - Coronary Intervention *Healthgrades
- America's 100 Best 2025 Coronary Intervention *Healthgrades
- Coronary Intervention Excellence Award 2025 *Healthgrades
- High Performing Hospitals - Heart Bypass Surgery - US News & World Report
- High Performing Hospitals - Heart Failure - US News & World Report
Compensation Package:
- Incentives include signing bonus, relocation assistance, and continuing medical education fee allowance
- Employed position offering nationally competitive compensation and
- Executive level benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, retirement, paid malpractice with tail
Enjoy all the Pittsburgh Area has to offer:
- #1 Sports City in the Nation’ by Sporting News with the Steelers, Pirates, and Penguins
- Most Livable City in the U.S.’ by Forbes, Places Rated Almanac, The Economist
- Enjoy some of Pennsylvania’s best golfing, skiing, and fishing within miles
- Diverse population with top-notch schools and family-oriented communities
Requirements:
- Physician with MD/DO degree – Board Certified or TRULY Board Eligible in Cardiology
- Active Pennsylvania state license or the ability to obtain the license
- Position is not J1 visa eligible