Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Case Management, Chronic Disease, Clinical Competency, Clinical Nursing, Communication Skills, Community Support, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Cross-Functional, Disease Prevention and Control, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Follow Through, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Health Plan, Healthcare, Home Care, Management Strategy, Medical Office, Medical Treatment, Medications, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, OSHA, Organizational Skills, Outpatient Care, Patient Care, Patient Education, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality of Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Regulations, Risk Analysis, Tuition Reimbursement
UnityPoint Health
RN Care Coordinator - Acute Care
Cardiology Clinic - Electrophysiology (EP)
Des Moines, IA
Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM
Full-time + benefits
$5,000 sign on bonus!
Why UnityPoint Health?:
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 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 focused on 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, health and vision 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.
Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities:
The Cardiology Electrophysiology (EP) RN Care Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting patients through comprehensive, team-based cardiac care. This position partners closely with physicians, patients, families, and community resources to coordinate care plans, support chronic disease management, improve patient outcomes, and provide education related to cardiac conditions, medications, procedures, and lifestyle modifications. The ideal candidate is a compassionate, organized nurse with strong clinical judgment and a passion for delivering high-quality cardiovascular care. Cardiology or Electrophysiology (EP) experience is strongly preferred.
- Coordinate and manage patient-centered care for cardiology and EP patients across the continuum of care
- Collaborate with physicians, care teams, home health agencies, and community resources to support optimal patient outcomes
- Provide patient and family education regarding cardiac conditions, medications, procedures, diet, exercise, and self-management strategies
- Support patients during transitions of care through follow-up communication and care coordination
- Identify high-risk patients and assist with interventions to improve quality outcomes and reduce unnecessary utilization
- Utilize critical thinking and clinical assessment skills to support individualized care planning
- Serve as a patient advocate and resource for patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and population health management activities
- Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with organizational, HIPAA, OSHA, and regulatory standards
Qualifications:
Required
- Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program
- Current RN license in the state of practice
- Current BLS certification
- Strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Proficiency with computer systems and electronic medical records
Preferred
- Previous cardiology or Electrophysiology (EP) experience
- Prior care coordination or case management experience
- Experience in a medical office or outpatient clinic setting
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Process improvement or population health experience