Job Code: 0839
Department (Name/Number): DEVICE CLINIC / 30176
Utilizes current nursing practices to provide care to pacemaker patients while focusing on the needs of
the patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation. As
a contributing member of a health care team, develops and provides a comprehensive plan of care for
assigned patients. Recognizes and consistently applies knowledge of Loyola's 14 Magnet Forces
Loyola University Health System
Job Title: PACEMAKER RN
Job Code: 0839
Department (Name/Number): DEVICE CLINIC / 30176
Reports to: MGR CARDIOVASCULAR DIAGNOSTICS
Date: 05/06/2014
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
EEO Category 30 307
Pay Grade 480
I. Position Summary:
Utilizes current nursing practices to provide care to pacemaker patients while focusing on the needs of
the patient and exemplifying the service excellence goals of care, concern, respect and cooperation. As
a contributing member of a health care team, develops and provides a comprehensive plan of care for
assigned patients. Recognizes and consistently applies knowledge of Loyola's 14 Magnet Forces.
II. Position Responsibilities:
No. Percent
of Time
Essential
Duty Job Duties
1 40% Yes
Patient Care & Assessment - Clarifies and implements orders from
physician, physician assistant and/or advance practice nurse by
administering medications and performing treatments and testing as
prescribed by the physician, and documents accordingly (Magnet Force
#12). Recognizes symptoms and establishes priorities consistent with
patient's condition (Magnet Force #9). Documents ongoing assessments
of patient's physical and emotional status in order to address patient
needs appropriately (Magnet Force #'s 5,6). Demonstrates mastery of
required unit-based competencies and orientation goals.
2 20% Yes
Plan of Care - Obtains information from patient and/or family to develop
an appropriate patient educational plan. Formulates, implements and
continually revises patient plan of care based on ongoing assessment of
the patient, information acquired from patient’s database, and resources
within the medical center (Magnet Force #'s 2,6). Collaborates with other
members of the health care team to promote effective patient care
(Magnet Force #13).
3 20% Yes
Communication - Performs required documentation and communicates
in a competent and effective manner to meet patient and/or family needs
and regulatory requirements. Maintains strict confidentiality of patient,
employee and department information to ensure patient rights (Magnet
Force #'s 3,8,13).
4 10% Yes
Discharge Planning - Reviews and evaluates discharge plans with the
multidisciplinary teams, the patient, and family to promote timely and
appropriate discharge (Magnet Force #'s 5,10,11,13).
5 5% Yes Quality Improvement – Utilizes time and resources effectively to promote
quality and cost outcomes (Magnet Force #'s 1,7).
6 5% Yes
Professional Development Activities - Demonstrates accountability for
professional growth and job performance by seeking opportunities to
enhance job skills and knowledge (Magnet Force #'s 4,14).
Complexity Factor: C
Work consists of various duties involving different processes and methods. Factors to be
considered differ with each assignment, and elements of the work must be identified and
analyzed to determine appropriate action. (Ex. Manager, RN, Physical Therapist, Admin Asst,
Supervisors, Medical Records Tech)
Impact Factor: I
Moderate impact on a limited phase of Loyola activity. Significant impact on the life and health of
students or patients. (Ex. RN, OT II, PT II, Network Analyst, Manager)
Freedom of Action:
General instructions are available but employee has latitude to set priorities. Questionable items
referred to supervisor.
Supervisory Responsibility:
Staff: N/A - position does not supervise staff
Functional: N/A - no functional supervisory responsibilities
Safety Accountabilities:
Loyola is committed to providing care that is safe. It is expected that all Loyola employees will
perform their job function in a professional and competent manner that constantly seeks to
reduce the risk of harm to patients, families and co-workers.
Quality Improvement Accountabilities:
Loyola is committed to the continuous improvement of the services it provides to its patients and
their families. All Loyola employees are expected to participate in quality improvement activities.
Magis & Service Excellence Accountabilities:
Responsible for consistently demonstrating our Magis values of Care, Concern, Respect and
Cooperation through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to prevent and solve
problems and to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a safe
environment.
Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment of service excellence as outlined in
the Service Excellence standards.
Patient Population Specific Competencies:
Demonstrates the skills and knowledge necessary to provide appropriate care to the patient
populations served by the specific unit to which the incumbent is assigned.
M u s t b e a b l e t o a s s e s s d a t a r e f l e c t i v e o f t h e p a t i e n t s s t a t u s a n d i n t e r p r e t
a p p r o p r i a t e i n f o r m a t i o n n e e d e d t o i d e n t i f y e a c h p a t i e n t s r e q u i r e m e n t r e l a t i v e
t o p o p u l a t i o n s p e c i f i c n e e d s .
The primary patient population for the unit is (ie clinical, disease, culture, special
needs, etc.)
Age Specific Competencies:
D e m o n s t r a t e s k n o w l e d g e o f t h e p r i n c i p l e s o f g r o w t h a n d d e v e l o p m e n t f o r t h e
a p p r o p r i a t e a g e s p a n o f t h e u n i t s p a t i e n t s . T h e a g e s p a n o f t h e u n i t ' s
p a t i e n t s i s :
Middle Adult
Geriatrics
III. Position Requirements:
Minimum Education:
Required: Associates Degree
Preferred: N/A
Specify Degree(s): Associates Degree or Diploma in Nursing
Residency: N/A
Minimum Experience:
Required: Less than one year of previous job-related experience
Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Details: Prefer experience with device interogation and programming.
Managerial Experience: N/A
Licensure/Certifications:
Required:
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
Current Registered Nurse License State of Illinois
Preferred: N/A
Other: 1.) Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national
nursing organization is preferred. 2.) Prior experience in treatment of cardiac arrhythmia
disorders and the implantation & routine maintenance of pacemakers is strongly preferred.
Computer Skills:
Required:
Basic Keyboarding Skills
Preferred:
EPIC
Other: Ability to become proficient in EPIC with on-the-job training.
Typing Words Per Minute: N/A
Required Skills:
Ability to analyze and interpret data
Ability to communicate verbally
Ability to compile complex reports and develop presentations
Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people
Ability to deal with stressful situations
Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks
Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to negotiate, persuade and establish direction
Ability to plan, coordinate and develop multiple projects
Ability to work as an effective team member
Other: Ability to articulate the scope of practice and appropriate delegation of nursing tasks per
the Illinois State Nurse Practice Act.
Personal Relationships:
Routine job with interpersonal contact
Internal Contacts:
Within Department
Cross-departmental
Physicians
Students
Management
Physician Assistants, Adv Practice Nurses
External Contacts:
Patients
Families
Regulatory Agencies
Other healthcare agencies
Working Conditions:
Work takes place on hospital unit or clinical setting
Occasional exposure to unpleasant physical conditions and/or health & safety hazards
Physical Demands:
Occasionally:
Climb-Stairs
Climb–Ladder
Frequently:
Standing
Walking
Sitting
Bending
Crouching
Reaching with Arms
Finger/Hand Dexterity
Finger/Hand Dexterity
Talking
Hearing
Seeing
Pushing/Pulling
Lifting/Carrying (Up to 25 lbs)
Writer: MARIANNE YAKOUBEK 04/01/2014 Approver: CAROLYN ERENBERGER
04/03/2014
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