Stamford Health
Device Clinic RN, Fulltime Days
Stamford Health is hiring a full time Device Clinic RN for our outpatient Medical Group. This position is Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM at 29 Hospital Suite 501 Stamford, CT. The role will also float to our 148 East Ave, Norwalk, CT Medical Group location.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive, low‑cost health insurance plans available day one
Wellness programs
Paid Time Off accruals
Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
Tuition reimbursement
Free on‑site parking and train station shuttle
Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center
Responsibilities
Checks schedules and organizes patient flow; greets patients, documents patient concerns, questions etc.
Accompanies patient to exam/procedure room and prepares patients for physical exam.
Initial patient interview; reviewing patient medical profile, H&P and document in ECW / manual charting as appropriate.
Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs, weight: reports any abnormalities to physician. Assists with specimen collection and testing as necessary. Documents pertinent information.
Performs interrogation, interpretation and programming of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) and notifies physician of results.
Conducts routine pacemaker follow‑up in clinic and through telephonic clinic and reprogramming as required.
Assists patients as necessary i.e. walking, transferring, dressing etc.
Provides minor treatment as directed by physician, assists physicians with minor procedures.
Provides education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and/or family.
Documents all patient related activities by end of shift.
Schedules patient testing and pre‑certifies if insurance requires.
Responds to all telephone messages (patient, physician offices etc.) by end of shift.
End of month checks for expired supplies and medication.
Stocks rooms / maintains inventory or exam/procedure rooms.
Orders supplies as needed.
Cleans the exam / procedure room & equipment after each patient.
Prepares exam / procedure room for next patient & physician needs.
Notifies patients of test results (per physician instruction) and follow‑up.
Attends scheduled staff meetings, in‑service education opportunities and participates in continuing education programs. Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with employees and other managers of the health care team.
Respects and protects the patient’s rights to confidentiality and privacy and discloses information only for professional purposes which are in the patient’s best interests with full consideration of their legal rights. Displays a positive attitude when interacting with physician’s office staff, physicians and fellow employees of the office.
Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service. Completes required continuous training and education, including practice specific requirements. Demonstrates professional work behavior by following Service Standards. Complies with departmental organizational policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid license as Registered Nurse in CT.
MUST have experience with interrogating pacemakers, ICD and LINQ implants.
Maintains a minimum of 6 contact hours, annually.
Excellent customer service / communication skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position.
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.
About Stamford Health Stamford Health is a non‑profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high‑quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305‑bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.
Stamford Health is known for its expert, person‑centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a high‑performing hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five‑star hospital for overall quality and the Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold‑Certified for excellence in person‑centered care and is a Certified Great Place to Work.
For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org.
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Benefits
Competitive salary
Comprehensive, low‑cost health insurance plans available day one
Wellness programs
Paid Time Off accruals
Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
Tuition reimbursement
Free on‑site parking and train station shuttle
Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center
Responsibilities
Checks schedules and organizes patient flow; greets patients, documents patient concerns, questions etc.
Accompanies patient to exam/procedure room and prepares patients for physical exam.
Initial patient interview; reviewing patient medical profile, H&P and document in ECW / manual charting as appropriate.
Obtains and accurately documents patient vital signs, weight: reports any abnormalities to physician. Assists with specimen collection and testing as necessary. Documents pertinent information.
Performs interrogation, interpretation and programming of pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) and notifies physician of results.
Conducts routine pacemaker follow‑up in clinic and through telephonic clinic and reprogramming as required.
Assists patients as necessary i.e. walking, transferring, dressing etc.
Provides minor treatment as directed by physician, assists physicians with minor procedures.
Provides education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and/or family.
Documents all patient related activities by end of shift.
Schedules patient testing and pre‑certifies if insurance requires.
Responds to all telephone messages (patient, physician offices etc.) by end of shift.
End of month checks for expired supplies and medication.
Stocks rooms / maintains inventory or exam/procedure rooms.
Orders supplies as needed.
Cleans the exam / procedure room & equipment after each patient.
Prepares exam / procedure room for next patient & physician needs.
Notifies patients of test results (per physician instruction) and follow‑up.
Attends scheduled staff meetings, in‑service education opportunities and participates in continuing education programs. Formulates and maintains effective working relationships with employees and other managers of the health care team.
Respects and protects the patient’s rights to confidentiality and privacy and discloses information only for professional purposes which are in the patient’s best interests with full consideration of their legal rights. Displays a positive attitude when interacting with physician’s office staff, physicians and fellow employees of the office.
Participates in and supports performance improvement and risk management activities.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested in order to maintain a high level of service. Completes required continuous training and education, including practice specific requirements. Demonstrates professional work behavior by following Service Standards. Complies with departmental organizational policies and procedures and adheres to external agency requirements.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid license as Registered Nurse in CT.
MUST have experience with interrogating pacemakers, ICD and LINQ implants.
Maintains a minimum of 6 contact hours, annually.
Excellent customer service / communication skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position.
Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.
About Stamford Health Stamford Health is a non‑profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high‑quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305‑bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.
Stamford Health is known for its expert, person‑centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a high‑performing hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five‑star hospital for overall quality and the Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold‑Certified for excellence in person‑centered care and is a Certified Great Place to Work.
For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org.
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