Description IntroductionPortsmouth Regional Hospital is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care Submit your application for Registered Nurse Heart Lung RN position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.BenefitsPortsmouth Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)Colleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success let us contribute to yours! Whether you choose to focus on bedside care, a leadership or C-suite role, shape business and operational outcomes, or work to deliver clinical excellence behind the scenes in data science, case management or transfer centers. Unlock your potential at Portsmouth Regional Hospital!Job Summary and QualificationsPOSITION SUMMARY:The Registered Nurse working within the Heart and Lung Center who demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment and leadership in planning for the care of the patient. The Registered Nurse is responsible and accountable for the planning, directing and provision of nursing care to patients in accordance with the N.H. Nurse Practice Act, recognized nursing techniques and both clinical and administrative policies.Demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment and leadership in planning, directing, and the provision of nursing care to the patients in accordance with the N.H. Nurse Practice Act, recognized nursing techniques, and clinical and administrative policies. Works collaboratively with physicians to deliver non-invasive testing to patients, performs patient education and documentation of same.SPECIFIC ELEMENTS & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:A. ASSESSMENT OF THE PATIENTIn collaboration with the physician or designee1. Recognizes untoward responses to testing and communicates same.2. Recognizes clinical problems that require immediate intervention.3. Able to integrate clinical information to obtain test results.B. PATIENT RIGHTS AND ORGANIZATIONAL ETHICS1. Constantly assures privacy during testing.2. Consistently provides for patient comfort during testing.C. LEADERSHIP1. Provides support to unit personnel as appropriate2. Enhances the ability of every other member of the Department to do his/her job better by means of cooperation, extending a helping hand, demonstrating awareness of the “next step” in every process, displaying sensitivity through actions to the needs and workloads of other members of the department, supporting and assisting departmental co-workers at all times.3. Responds in a positive manner. Demonstrates flexibility and encouragement with implementing change. Supports Director, hospital and department missions. Performs similar or related duties as required.D. EDUCATION1. Evaluates patient’s learning needs during diagnostic testing.2. Provides education to patient regarding test procedure and answers questions.3. Provides follow-up instructions after testing as needed.4. Documents patient teaching.5. Calls patients with testing instructions the day before and checks for correct orders in online order system.E. MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION1. Uses computer systems accurately.F. IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE1. Participates in and supports initiatives. Incorporates safety processes into daily practice.2. Supports and participates in continuous quality improvement efforts for the department and cardiology services as requested.3. Represents department staff in house wide QA/Committee activities as requested by the Director.G. JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS1. Administers graded exercise tests in the clinical setting to assess the patients ability to tolerate increases in exercise while EKG, hemodynamic and symptomatic responses are monitored for manifestations of myocardial ischemia, electrical instability, or other exertional related abnormalities.2. Administer Lexiscan per protocol for pharmacological stress test when ordered3. Serve as a clinical resource for physicians and department staff4. Plans, organizes, and coordinates with multiple departments to expedite effective inpatient and outpatient flow.5. Independently apply, analyze, and generate reports for Holter monitors per protocol.6. Maintain department and work area in a clean and organized manner. Exercises care with equipment operation and has a working knowledge of all equipment.7. Maintains department logs, and schedules. Demonstrates effective organizational and time management skills.8. Anticipates the needs of patients & families and is self-directed in the completion of these tasks.9. Cheerfully greets, assists and directs all patients, families and visitors.10. Demonstrates accountability for assembling and maintaining neat, current, and proper patient charts at all times.11. Accurately analyzes and interprets rhythms and has appropriate follow through.12. Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies and inputs charges in a timely and accurate manner.13. Demonstrates confidence and understanding of coronary anatomy and physiology, cardiac specific medications and cardiac conditions.14. Demonstrates organizational and time management skills to manage the daily patient schedule15. Independently coordinates with the nursing supervisor, physician and other departments to organize testing on the weekends.16. Perform all other duties as assigned.What qualifications you will need:Associates Degree in NursingRN license for state of New Hampshire or valid compact state RN licenseBLS within 30 days of hire1-3 years related experienceCompetence with adult/geriatric patient populationSituated in Portsmouth, NH, Portsmouth Regional Hospital is a premier 234-bed acute care facility that offers exceptional healthcare services to the Seacoast region of Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire. This hospital is the sole ACS Verified Level II Trauma Center on the Seacoast of New Hampshire, making it an essential resource for the community. It boasts the region's only comprehensive heart and vascular program, along with 24/7 comprehensive neurosurgical and stroke clot retrieval programs for both hemorrhagic and ischemic strokes. Portsmouth Regional Hospital is owned by HCA Healthcare, a respected healthcare provider that runs three hospitals, an ambulatory surgery center, two freestanding emergency rooms, an urgent care center, and 46 physician practices in New Hampshire. HCA Healthcare has 2,600 colleagues and 554 physicians on staff, provides $15.8 million in uncompensated care, and pays $43.8 million in taxes annually. Its other hospitals in New Hampshire include Parkland Medical Center in Derry, Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, and freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook and Dover. In 2023, a third freestanding emergency room is expected to open in Plaistow. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare. Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Registered Nurse Heart Lung RN opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.