• Area of Interest: Nursing
  • Sign On Bonus: $5,000
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
  • Department: Cardiology Clinic
  • Shift: Monday-Friday- 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Job ID: 188593

Overview

Location: 202 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA

Shift: Full-Time, 40 hours/week, 8:30am-5:00pm

5,000 Sign on Bonus for New Hires

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our dynamic cardiology team at the Cedar Rapids Specialty Clinic. This is a great opportunity for nurses who are passionate about patient-centered cardiovascular care and interested in developing their skills in the cardiology specialty. Whether you bring prior experience in cardiology or are looking to expand your clinical knowledge in this field, we welcome your application.

In this role, you will help triage and assess patient needs, coordinate care, and support patients and families as they manage complex cardiovascular conditions. You will work closely with experienced cardiologists and healthcare professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate incoming patient phone calls to determine the urgency of cardiac-related symptoms and appropriate next steps.
  • Provide telephone triage for symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, palpitations, dizziness, edema, or blood pressure concerns, and guide patients to the appropriate level of care or follow-up.
  • Assist in coordinating urgent and emergent care for patients with acute or worsening cardiovascular conditions (e.g., chest pain, heart failure exacerbation, arrhythmias, syncope).
  • Communicate efficiently with cardiologists and clinical team members to ensure timely and effective care.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on cardiovascular conditions, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modifications.
  • Offer ongoing support and resources tailored to each patient’s needs, including symptom monitoring and when to seek urgent care.
  • Accurately document all patient interactions, assessments, and care plans using the electronic health record (EHR).
  • Track patient outcomes and coordinate follow-up care, diagnostic testing, and referrals to ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Experience:

  • All levels of RN experience will be considered. Prior experience in cardiology or specialty care is a plus, but not required

Licenes/Certifications:

  • Registered Nurse (RN) – Active/Unencumbered RN license in state of practice or compact license including state of practice is requried

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