South Denver Cardiology is the most comprehensive cardiac facility in the region. We are one of Denver’s oldest specialty medical practices. Established in 1973, SDCA celebrates over 50 years of service to the south metro community and is committed to the highest quality patient care. The mission of South Denver Cardiology is to be the provider of choice for delivering the highest quality cardiac care to adults in the region.Be part of a team that is making a difference!
Responsibilities:
- Must maintain patient confidentiality and privacy per current HIPAA regulations.
- Responsible for triaging patients, by phone or in person. Must incorporate the use of established protocols, critical thinking, prioritizing, and delegation to resolve patient needs.
- Oversees the communication of all prescription requests by confirming with Physician and the pharmacy of accuracy.
- Will educate patients on their medical conditions, symptoms, and the possible effects or adverse reactions that may occur with medications.
- Review diagnostic test results with physicians. Differentiates normal results from abnormal results and obtains recommendations from the Physician on next steps. Informs patient of results and recommendation.
- Routinely see patients in the clinic for blood pressure management, medication titration, arrhythmia management, and congestive heart failure exacerbations.
- Will assist in the management of Warfarin patients per protocol.
- Documents all patient care activities in patient record.
- Assists in pre and post procedure education.
- Must be equipped with gaining patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, providing explanations of procedures, and answering questions.
- Acts as a resource for the medical assistants and non-clinical staff.
- Assists the diagnostic team in administering pharmacological agents for diagnostic testing. Provides routine and emergent care as directed.
- Is an active member of the code blue team. Responsibilities include BLS/ACLS protocols.
- Complies with federal, state, local, legal, and professional requirements by adhering to requirements and advising management of needed actions.
- Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
- Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
- Qualifications/Education:
- BSN Preferred
- Registered Nurse with a current Colorado license.
- Lifting requirements not to exceed 25 lbs.
- Background check required
- Drug screening
- Covid-19 Vaccination Required
Anticipated end date: 05/25/2024
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.50 - $43.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
License/Certification:
Ability to Relocate:
- Littleton, CO 80120: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person