Cardiology Ambulatory Nurse

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Monday - Friday 8-4:30

At Children's Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth.

Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

Prescribes, delegates and coordinates professional nursing care to pediatric and adult congenital heart patients through the use of nursing process and in accordance with hospital policy/procedure. Demonstrates competency in identified skills for area. Expands knowledge of pediatric practice in clinic specific area and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and others.

• Acts as liaison between pediatric cardiology, patients and their families and other health care team members:
  Communicates the cardiologist plan of care to the patient/family. Schedules diagnostic tests and procedures when necessary, including prior authorizations. Coordinates necessary lab work, follow-up testing, and communicates any medical changes to the patient/family. Refers patient needs/concerns to the cardiologist for medical follow-up. Acts as patient advocate to address the patient’s needs and concerns. Serves as the resource for answering patient/family questions or concerns regarding medical plan of care.
  
  Works with referring physicians in coordinating and implementing patient care issues and scheduling of cardiology procedures.
• Attends weekly cardiac catheterization conferences in person or via Zoom, attends cardiac educational offerings when appropriate
• Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job
• Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
• Develops talks, in-services, pamphlets and other educational information as requested

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing Preferred

• Minimum 2 years experience in nursing with pediatric patients Preferred and
• Experience in a cardiac environment Preferred

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Prefer knowledge of insurance authorization.
• Other certifications/education as defined by area specific job competencies.

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Current and valid Nebraska RN license/RN Compact license Required and
• Health Services CLS - Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association Required
• Occasional driving may be required for the position Required

Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.