PACEMAKER RN - Device Clinic - Loyola - Full-Time

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:Job Title: PACEMAKER RNJob Code: 0839Department (Name/Number): DEVICE CLINIC / 30176Utilizes current nursing practices to provide care to pacemaker patients while focusing on the needs ofthe patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation. Asa contributing member of a health care team, develops and provides a comprehensive plan of care forassigned patients. Recognizes and consistently applies knowledge of Loyola''s 14 Magnet ForcesLoyola University Health SystemJob DescriptionJob Title: PACEMAKER RNJob Code: 0839Department (Name/Number): DEVICE CLINIC / 30176Reports to: MGR CARDIOVASCULAR DIAGNOSTICSDate: 05/06/2014FLSA Status Non-ExemptEEO Category 30 307Pay Grade 480I. Position Summary:Utilizes current nursing practices to provide care to pacemaker patients while focusing on the needs ofthe patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation. Asa contributing member of a health care team, develops and provides a comprehensive plan of care forassigned patients. Recognizes and consistently applies knowledge of Loyola''s 14 Magnet Forces.II. Position Responsibilities:No. Percentof TimeEssentialDuty Job Duties1 40% YesPatient Care & Assessment - Clarifies and implements orders fromphysician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse byadministering medications and performing treatments and testing asprescribed by the physician, and documents accordingly (Magnet Force12). Recognizes symptoms and establishes priorities consistent withpatient''s condition (Magnet Force 9). Documents ongoing assessmentsof patient''s physical and emotional status in order to address patientneeds appropriately (Magnet Force ''s 5,6). Demonstrates mastery ofrequired unit-based competencies and orientation goals.2 20% YesPlan of Care - Obtains information from patient and/or family to developan appropriate patient educational plan. Formulates, implements andcontinually revises patient plan of care based on ongoing assessment ofthe patient, information acquired from patient''s database, and resourceswithin the medical center (Magnet Force ''s 2,6). Collaborates with othermembers of the health care team to promote effective patient care(Magnet Force 13).3 20% YesCommunication - Performs required documentation and communicatesin a competent and effective manner to meet patient and/or family needsand regulatory requirements. Maintains strict confidentiality of patient,employee and department information to ensure patient rights (MagnetForce ''s 3,8,13).4 10% YesDischarge Planning - Reviews and evaluates discharge plans with themultidisciplinary teams, the patient, and family to promote timely andappropriate discharge (Magnet Force ''s 5,10,11,13).5 5% Yes Quality Improvement - Utilizes time and resources effectively to promotequality and cost outcomes (Magnet Force ''s 1,7).6 5% YesProfessional Development Activities - Demonstrates accountability forprofessional growth and job performance by seeking opportunities toenhance job skills and knowledge (Magnet Force ''s 4,14).Complexity Factor: CWork consists of various duties involving different processes and methods. Factors to beconsidered differ with each assignment, and elements of the work must be identified andanalyzed to determine appropriate action. (Ex. Manager, RN, Physical Therapist, Admin Asst,Supervisors, Medical Records Tech)Impact Factor: IModerate impact on a limited phase of Loyola activity. Significant impact on the life and health ofstudents or patients. (Ex. RN, OT II, PT II, Network Analyst, Manager)Freedom of Action:General instructions are available but employee has latitude to set priorities. Questionable itemsreferred to supervisor.Supervisory Responsibility:Staff: N/A - position does not supervise staffFunctional: N/A - no functional supervisory responsibilitiesSafety Accountabilities:Loyola is committed to providing care that is safe. It is expected that all Loyola employees willperform their job function in a professional and competent manner that constantly seeks toreduce the risk of harm to patients, families and co-workers.Quality Improvement Accountabilities:Loyola is committed to the continuous improvement of the services it provides to its patients andtheir families. All Loyola employees are expected to participate in quality improvement activities.Magis & Service Excellence Accountabilities:Responsible for consistently demonstrating our Magis values of Care, Concern, Respect andCooperation through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to prevent and solveproblems and to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a safeenvironment.Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment of service excellence as outlined inthe Service Excellence standards.Patient Population Specific Competencies:Demonstrates the skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care to the patientpopulations served by the specific unit to which the incumbent is assigned.M u s t b e a b l e t o a s s e s s d a t a r e f l e c t i v e o f t h e p a t i e n t s s t a t u s a n d i n t e r p r e ta p p r o p r i a t e i n f o r m a t i o n n e e d e d t o i d e n t i f y e a c h p a t i e n t s r e q u i r e m e n t r e l a t i v et o p o p u l a t i o n s p e c i f i c n e e d s .The primary patient population for the unit is (ie clinical, disease, culture, specialneeds, etc.)Age Specific Competencies:D e m o n s t r a t e s k n o w l e d g e o f t h e p r i n c i p l e s o f g r o w t h a n d d e v e l o p m e n t f o r t h ea p p r o p r i a t e a g e s p a n o f t h e u n i t s p a t i e n t s . T h e a g e s p a n o f t h e u n i t '' sp a t i e n t s i s :Middle AdultGeriatricsIII. Position Requirements:Minimum Education:Required: Associates DegreePreferred: N/ASpecify Degree(s): Associates Degree or Diploma in NursingResidency: N/AMinimum Experience:Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experiencePreferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experienceDetails: Prefer experience with device interogation and programming.Managerial Experience: N/ALicensure/Certifications:Required:CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)Current Registered Nurse License State of IllinoisPreferred: N/AOther: 1.) Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a nationalnursing organization is preferred. 2.) Prior experience in treatment of cardiac arrhythmiadisorders and the implantation & routine maintenance of pacemakers is strongly puter Skills:Required:Basic Keyboarding SkillsPreferred:EPICOther: Ability to become proficient in EPIC with on-the-job training.Typing Words Per Minute: N/ARequired Skills:Ability to analyze and interpret dataAbility to communicate verballyAbility to compile complex reports and develop presentationsAbility to deal calmly and courteously with peopleAbility to deal with stressful situationsAbility to finish tasks in a timely mannerAbility to follow oral and written instructions and established proceduresAbility to function independently and manage own time and work tasksAbility to maintain accuracy and consistencyAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to negotiate, persuade and establish directionAbility to plan, coordinate and develop multiple projectsAbility to work as an effective team memberOther: Ability to articulate the scope of practice and appropriate delegation of nursing tasks perthe Illinois State Nurse Practice Act.Personal Relationships:Routine job with interpersonal contactInternal Contacts:Within DepartmentCross-departmentalPhysiciansStudentsManagementPhysician Assistants, Adv Practice NursesExternal Contacts:PatientsFamiliesRegulatory AgenciesOther healthcare agenciesWorking Conditions:Work takes place on hospital unit or clinical settingOccasional exposure to unpleasant physical conditions and/or health & safety hazardsPhysical Demands:Occasionally:Climb-StairsClimb-LadderFrequently:StandingWalkingSittingBendingCrouchingReaching with ArmsFinger/Hand DexterityFinger/Hand DexterityTalkingHearingSeeingPushing/PullingLifting/Carrying (Up to 25 lbs)Writer: MARIANNE YAKOUBEK 04/01/2014 Approver: CAROLYN ERENBERGER04/03/2014Information shown on loyola.wired and the Information Portal are proprietary to LoyolaUniversity Medical Center and Stritch School of Medicine. Such information shall not beused for private or commercial purposes, and it shall not be disseminated in any form toany person who is not employed by these organizations unless the information isotherwise publicly /template/dean/jobdesc/print2.cfmOur Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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