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Position Summary
nSt. Thomas Community Health Center is seeking a dedicated and proactive Cardiology Clinic Nurse (RN). This onsite role provides direct, face-to-face support for patients in collaboration with Cardiology providers and supports the daily function and leadership of the medical assistant team including Medical Assistants and Echocardiology. The Nurse plays a vital role in patient education, provider support, and care coordination to ensure our patients receive timely, high-quality, and equitable care.
nThis is a competitive salary opportunity for RNs, and may also appeal to Registered Nurses who are passionate about community-based care and interested in potential loan repayment eligibility through the HRSA Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program.
nKey Responsibilities
nTeam Leadership & Clinic Operations
nServes as the on-site lead for medical assistants, providing supervision and day-to-day support.
nAssists in ensuring clinical protocols are followed and contributes to quality improvement efforts within the nursing team.
nManage schedules for cardiology providers including cardiac testing performed at St Thomas Heart and Vascular Center.
nMonitors and balances the appointment schedule to support clinic flow and efficiency.
nCoordinates additional clinical needs and follow-up appointments to support providers.
nCare Coordination & Patient Support
nCollaborates with providers and care teams to coordinate care and initiate referrals for Cardiology patients.
nProvides patient education on disease processes, medications, and clinical devices to support self-management.
nReinforces medication adherence strategies and offers guidance to patients.
nClinical Procedures & Medication Management
nStarts peripheral IVs on in-clinic patients.
nAdministers other IV medications to in-clinic patients per provider orders.
nManages subcutaneous therapies requiring registry tracking and proactive patient outreach for upcoming doses.
nAssists providers with prior authorizations for cardiology medications and procedures, including appeals when needed.
nOther Duties
nAttends nursing and general staff meetings as scheduled.
nSupports and helps review clinic policies and procedures.
nDemonstrates consistent and timely attendance.
nPromotes positive communication and uses established channels for problem-solving.
nAssists in documentation of incidents and participates in safety and emergency preparedness drills.
nPerforms other duties as requested by the Chief Nursing Officer and Medical Director.
nMaintains HIPAA compliance.
nQualifications
nCurrent RN license in the State of Louisiana.
nExperience in Cardiology, inpatient and outpatient.
nDemonstrated experience starting peripheral IVs.
nFamiliarity with IV contrast media, including allergy and adverse reaction management, preferred.
nExperience with prior authorization processes and payer appeals preferred.
nStrong communication and interpersonal skills.
nAbility to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment.
nBilingual skills (English/Spanish) a plus.
nFamiliarity with EPIC EHR strongly preferred, particularly for maintaining medication registries; not mandatory.
nSalary & Benefits
nComprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and retirement plan.
nOpportunities for professional development and continuing education.
nPotential eligibility for loan repayment through the HRSA Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program.
Worksite address
new orleans, LA, 70123, US
Who can apply
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