Description:
JOB PURPOSE:
Responsible for assisting heart failure patients and their caregivers through the continuum of care and
supporting their decision-making processes. Integral team member of the Heart Failure Center dedicated
to providing an excellent patient experience and coordinating their visit. Gathering required information
from patients or external sources to enable a thorough clinical evaluation. Assembling appropriate clinical
information for prospective review by the multidisciplinary team or treating physician. Coordinating
additional testing procedures as directed by the team or treating physician. Educating patients about the
prescribed treatment plan. Routing patients to complementary support services as needed. Providing
community education and outreach services that promote this patient centered care model.
Qualifications:
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Requires 2-4 years of clinical practice/experience in cardiovascular nursing. In-depth knowledge of
service specific disease pathology required.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Registered Nurse licensed in the state of Georgia. BLS certification required and ACLS certification
required within 1 year of employment through AHA.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Working knowledge of community resources, discharge planning and case management principles
preferred.