PPG RN Physician Extender

Job Summary:

The physician extender acts as a liaison between physicians, patients, hospital, and office. Performs assessments of patients and documents according to protocol. Accountable for assuring delivery of quality nursing care for the designated patients of PPG in accordance with the individual patients needs, physicians' orders, PPG and PH policies, and standards of practice. Responsible for working collaboratively with management, physician, and coworkers to provide excellent service to our patients.

Education:

Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

License & Cert:

Must hold a current Indiana Registered Nurse license. CPR certification required. ACLS certification preferred. ACLS is required to work in the Cardiology Nursing Department. Addendums are required for 0153 Nurse Leader, 0249 Registry RN, 0252 Registered Nurse, 0235 Advanced Registered Nurse, and 0236 Expert Registered Nurse. To view addendums, go to the job description page on Parkview's intranet.

Experience:

2 years experience in a medical setting required‐cardiology recommended.

Other Qualifications:

Medical terminology and pharmacology background needed. Basic knowledge of cardiac rhythms in preferred. Essential computer skills and knowledge of electronic medical records recommended. Good verbal and written communication skills required.