MD Anderson Cancer Center
Cardiopulmonary Clinical Nurse (Pacemaker)
MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
*SUMMARY *
*Clinical Nurse opportunity in the Cardiopulmonary Center. The ideal candidate will be an RN with at least one to two years of experience programming and adjusting settings for implantable cardiac devices (pacemakers); oncology nursing experience is a plus. *
*Shift: Monday - Friday day shift *
Center Specific Knowledge
Demonstrates application of knowledge and skills necessary to carry out patient care in the Cardiopulmonary Center. Coordination of care with other services involved in the patient's care and treatment. The RN is responsible for the treatment oversight of pacemaker/ICD transtelephonic checks and more advanced pacer/ICD interrogations. The RN interrogates implanted defibrillators, pacemakers and loop records, takes phone calls from device patients, manages remote checks, and collaborates with MDs, RNs, and devices vendors. Educate patients regarding lifestyle modification, health risks, and outcomes of pacemaker therapy.
Clinical Knowledge
Interrogates implanted pacemakers/ ICD's (in-house and remote), evaluates the findings and reports them to the physician / designee, reprograms devices under the direction of the physician / designee, prepares reports for the device interrogations.
Assesses patient needs; plans and implements patient care activities and evaluates the patient's response to treatment.
Assures compliance with regulatory and accrediting specifications to meet federal, state and local standards.
Assists medical and administrative staff in formulating goals and objectives to deliver the most accurate and timely care possible.
Instructs and counsels patients and families or treatment team concerning home care, potential problems, emotional concerns or utilization review status.
Participates in regularly scheduled team conferences and collaborates with related health care providers in treatment discharge planning and provisions of care.
Serves in an information resources capacity for hospital nursing personnel, provides advice concerning procedures, care techniques, and other developments.
Functions as liaison between patients and physicians, other nursing personnel.
Participates in the development of nursing policies. Develops and/or acquires instructional materials., supplies, and equipment necessary to conduct training sessions.
Prepares and maintains records and reports concerning operations. Remains abreast of developments in the field of nursing or utilization review by attending seminars and workshops, communicating with peers, and reading pertinent literature. Incorporates such advancements in continuing education and nursing practice.
All other duties as assigned.
*Education *
*Required:*Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Preferred:
Bachelor's Level Degree
*Certification *
Required:
Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200).
Preferred:
Certified in Cardiology, Oncology Nursing, Ambulatory, or Medical-Surgical.
*Experience *
*Required:*None
Preferred:
One to two years of experience programming and adjusting settings for implantable cardiac devices (pacemakers). Oncology nursing experience is a plus.
Onsite Presence: Is Required
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequency
Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and/or tissue
Patient Contact
Wearing Protective Equipment
Deadlines
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Occasionally 11-33%
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequency
Weight
Arm/Hand Steadiness
Balancing
Bending/Stooping
Climbing
Carrying
Depth Perception
Dynamic Flexibility
Eye/Hand Coordination
Fine finger movement
Foot Action
Handling
Hearing Sensitivity
Keyboarding
Lifting
Kneeling
Neck Movements
Olfactory Perception
Pushing/Pulling
Reaching
Sitting
Wrist Motion
Standing
Tactile Perception
Walking
Visual Acuity
Constant 67-100%
Constant 67-100%
Occasionally 11-33%
Rarely1-2%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
Seldom 3-10%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Occasionally 11-33%
Rarely1-2%
Frequent 34-66%
Rarely1-2%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Constant 67-100%
5-10 lbs
5-10 lbs
5-10 lbs
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173972
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 105,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 142,000
FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
Science Jobs: No
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The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
*SUMMARY *
*Clinical Nurse opportunity in the Cardiopulmonary Center. The ideal candidate will be an RN with at least one to two years of experience programming and adjusting settings for implantable cardiac devices (pacemakers); oncology nursing experience is a plus. *
*Shift: Monday - Friday day shift *
Center Specific Knowledge
Demonstrates application of knowledge and skills necessary to carry out patient care in the Cardiopulmonary Center. Coordination of care with other services involved in the patient's care and treatment. The RN is responsible for the treatment oversight of pacemaker/ICD transtelephonic checks and more advanced pacer/ICD interrogations. The RN interrogates implanted defibrillators, pacemakers and loop records, takes phone calls from device patients, manages remote checks, and collaborates with MDs, RNs, and devices vendors. Educate patients regarding lifestyle modification, health risks, and outcomes of pacemaker therapy.
Clinical Knowledge
Interrogates implanted pacemakers/ ICD's (in-house and remote), evaluates the findings and reports them to the physician / designee, reprograms devices under the direction of the physician / designee, prepares reports for the device interrogations.
Assesses patient needs; plans and implements patient care activities and evaluates the patient's response to treatment.
Assures compliance with regulatory and accrediting specifications to meet federal, state and local standards.
Assists medical and administrative staff in formulating goals and objectives to deliver the most accurate and timely care possible.
Instructs and counsels patients and families or treatment team concerning home care, potential problems, emotional concerns or utilization review status.
Participates in regularly scheduled team conferences and collaborates with related health care providers in treatment discharge planning and provisions of care.
Serves in an information resources capacity for hospital nursing personnel, provides advice concerning procedures, care techniques, and other developments.
Functions as liaison between patients and physicians, other nursing personnel.
Participates in the development of nursing policies. Develops and/or acquires instructional materials., supplies, and equipment necessary to conduct training sessions.
Prepares and maintains records and reports concerning operations. Remains abreast of developments in the field of nursing or utilization review by attending seminars and workshops, communicating with peers, and reading pertinent literature. Incorporates such advancements in continuing education and nursing practice.
All other duties as assigned.
*Education *
*Required:*Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing.
Preferred:
Bachelor's Level Degree
*Certification *
Required:
Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification if working in the following department: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761). Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if working in the following departments: ASC Post Anesthesia (600761) or Pedi - Child & Adolescent Center (113200).
Preferred:
Certified in Cardiology, Oncology Nursing, Ambulatory, or Medical-Surgical.
*Experience *
*Required:*None
Preferred:
One to two years of experience programming and adjusting settings for implantable cardiac devices (pacemakers). Oncology nursing experience is a plus.
Onsite Presence: Is Required
This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html
WORKING CONDITIONS
Frequency
Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and/or tissue
Patient Contact
Wearing Protective Equipment
Deadlines
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Occasionally 11-33%
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Frequency
Weight
Arm/Hand Steadiness
Balancing
Bending/Stooping
Climbing
Carrying
Depth Perception
Dynamic Flexibility
Eye/Hand Coordination
Fine finger movement
Foot Action
Handling
Hearing Sensitivity
Keyboarding
Lifting
Kneeling
Neck Movements
Olfactory Perception
Pushing/Pulling
Reaching
Sitting
Wrist Motion
Standing
Tactile Perception
Walking
Visual Acuity
Constant 67-100%
Constant 67-100%
Occasionally 11-33%
Rarely1-2%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Frequent 34-66%
Constant 67-100%
Seldom 3-10%
Occasionally 11-33%
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Occasionally 11-33%
Rarely1-2%
Frequent 34-66%
Rarely1-2%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Frequent 34-66%
Occasionally 11-33%
Constant 67-100%
Constant 67-100%
5-10 lbs
5-10 lbs
5-10 lbs
Additional Information
Requisition ID: 173972
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 68,000
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 105,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 142,000
FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a time and a half rate
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
Science Jobs: No
#LI-Onsite