Develops, implements, and evaluates as are-appropriate plan of care utilizing the nursing process, clinical skills and patient education.
Verifies correct patient by patient’s armband and medical record number. Reviews the patient’s chart to verify the physician’s order.
Performs exercise and chemical stress testing with and without radio nuclides under the direction of a physician. Practices proper radiation safety.
Produces recordings of ECG variations during stress testing, monitoring blood pressure and patient condition during stress testing.
Must have thorough knowledge of vessel/anatomies and disease processes.
Maintains knowledge of medications most commonly used in practice area. Correctly administers medications and able to calculate concentrations. Observes for possibly reaction and able to treat appropriately. Independently take appropriate action for hemostasis.
Rapidly recognizes arrhythmias and hemodynamic changes. Able to properly identify: leads corresponding to coronary system. Able to perform patient assessments. Able to transcribe data and generate reports accurately.
Assist patient teaching regarding all cardiology related procedures. Works overtime when needed. Able to assist in all areas.
Communicates and updates patient during procedure. Assists patient teaching regarding all cardiology related procedures.
Accurately accounts for procedures and supplies used on each patient and demonstrates cost effectiveness in ordering and/or use of supplies.
Performs all other tasks/responsibilities as necessary.
