Registered Nurse
Cardiac Study Center (CSC), inc., PS
Spokane, Washington
RN
Sign-on bonusStill listed, seen 2 weeks ago · Posted Aug 20
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- Cardiology
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days · 5 a week
- Weekends
- No weekends
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Sign-on bonus
- $7,500
About this role
Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute, Spokane, WA
Since its creation, Cardiac Study Center (CSC) has contracted with Pulse Heart Institute for outpatient cardiology and billing services. CSC is a proud partner of Pulse Heart Institute and has provided outpatient cardiology services in the Puget Sound Region for over 50 years. CSC partnered with MultiCare Health System to create Pulse Heart Institute in 2016 to work toward improving the health of cardiac patients.
Pulse's standard operating procedure is to employ cardiology ambulatory and billing support staff at Cardiac Study Center. This gives Pulse the dexterity to create roles unique to cardiac programs, which benefit our teams in their career development and resource needs in caring for our patients. This structure allows for a more personal feel for our employees, helping them feel valued.
Read the full posting
Pulse offers a variety of career opportunities throughout our clinic locations. If you're interested, we may have positions open in our other sub-specialties (Heart Failure, Vascular, Electrophysiology & Device, or Nuclear Imaging)
$7,500 Sign-On Bonus is available to qualified external candidates. See if you qualify!
Environment And Shift Details
This role is full-time, Monday – Friday—closed weekends and holidays.
Location: In office - 910 W. 5th Ave., Suite 900, Spokane, WA 99204
Experience
Must-Haves
Educational Background: Completion of an accredited nursing program. Licensing: An active Washington Registered Nurse License at the time of hire.
Certification
National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association, obtained before starting.
Experience
Ideally, you have at least 1 year of nursing experience.
Nice-to-Haves (We encourage you to apply, even if you don't have the experience below)
Specialized
Experience
1 year of experience in cardiology, PCU, ICU, or ER/ED Additional
Experience
2 years of RN experience in an outpatient or hospital setting
Position Summary
As a Registered Nurse at our cardiology outpatient clinic, you'll be instrumental in assessing and educating patients on their cardiac health, guided by our physicians. Your role includes telephone triage, emergency assistance, individualized patient education, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes. This position is a blend of clinical excellence and compassionate patient interaction, offering nursing professionals a dynamic and fulfilling work environment.
It's a vibrant period for nurses at Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute as we embark on a path toward becoming a premier nursing organization. We're fostering a culture where nurses play a pivotal role in clinical decisions, enjoy strong connections and open dialogue with peers, and receive ample support for professional growth, all while gaining a clear vision of nursing's future at Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute.
Responsibilities
Conduct telephone triage to assess patient needs, prioritize calls based on urgency, and respond promptly to emergent, urgent, and non-urgent inquiries. Develop and deliver individualized patient education programs focused on diagnosis, procedures, and treatment plans to enhance patient understanding and care. Collaborate closely with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure seamless communication and the highest standards of patient care.
Serve as a cardiac health resource and educator for office staff and the broader community, promoting awareness and understanding. Monitor and manage abnormal test results, facilitating appropriate referrals and follow-ups while maintaining meticulous documentation of all patient interactions and care provided.
Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute – Your new work home
Joining our cardiology outpatient clinic means becoming part of a team where compassion, integrity, and a commitment to sustainability guide our every action. Here, you'll find a community deeply rooted in empathy and respect, where every member of our nursing staff, from registered nurses to medical assistants, is valued for their unique contributions.
Our environment fosters a profound sense of belonging and support, which is crucial in the high-stakes world of cardiac care. With integrity at the core of our practice, we ensure that our patients' ethical considerations and well-being govern every decision we make. Additionally, our dedication to sustainable healthcare practices reflects our responsibility towards our patients and the broader environment, emphasizing the importance of long-term wellness and care. At our clinic, you're not just joining a workforce; you're aligning with a family committed to excellence in cardiac health, making a meaningful difference in the lives of the communities we serve.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute provides a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off. As various pay transparency laws require, CSC/ PHI shares a competitive compensation range for candidates hired into each position. The starting pay for this position is $34.32, and the pay scale is $34.32 - $52.83 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, certification(s), and/or education.
Requisition ID: 00070
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Requirements
- RN
- Washington Registered Nurse License
- nursing experience
- experience in cardiology, PCU, ICU, or ER/ED
- RN experience in an outpatient or hospital setting
Place
- City
- Spokane, Washington
- Median rent
- $1,215/mo
- Local household income
- $70,064/yr
- Metro price level
- about the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Spokane area index 100.3, where 100 is the national average.
Spokane sits along the Spokane River in eastern Washington, offering a relaxed pace with plenty of outdoor access. Riverside State Park and the historic Browne's Addition neighborhood give the city character. It's a practical landing spot for nurses who want affordable living, four seasons, and an easy commute without big-city traffic.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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About the employer
You'd work imaging on a Monday-through-Thursday 4x10s pattern with weekends and holidays off, or do remote triage from home after onsite training in Olympia. You'd be reading postings that talk about growing deeper in cardiovascular health, cardiac imaging, and stress…
On your path
Cardiac is a specialty you move into. Start on tele or stepdown; cath lab and CVICU usually come later.
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