BMH Cardiovascular Unit Full-Time Variable Shift

20 Bronson Methodist Hospital; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bronson Healthcare in Kalamazoo, MI seeks an experienced RN to join the Cardiovascular Cath Lab team. The role includes scrub, circulator and recorder duties in diagnostic and intervention cases, with a focus on safe patient care and efficient nursing services.

Minimum qualifications include Michigan RN license and BLS/ACLS cert within 1 year of hire; BSN within 8 years is preferred. Experience in adult cardiac critical care is a plus, with variable shift scheduling.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Michigan with good standing.
• BSN or higher required within 8 years of hire; otherwise termination.
• 2 years of clinical experience in adult cardiac critical care and/or CVL training preferred.
• BLS/ACLS certification required within 1 year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care in CVSL throughout patient stay.
• Document abnormalities, interventions and physician orders; maintain records.
• Assist physician with invasive cardiology procedures (heart caths, IABP, pacemaker/ICD).
• Act as scrub nurse, circulator and/or recorder for diagnostic and intervention cases.
• Set up sterile field, prep/drape patient, operate imaging and monitoring equipment.
• Manage and document materials, charges and lab values.
• Maintain instrument and equipment readiness; alert supervisor for maintenance.

Skills

Basic PC skills

Patient communication

Interdepartmental communication

Team collaboration

Professional conduct

Education

RN license in Michigan

BSN or higher within 8 years

Job description

Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience.

Location

Kalamazoo-601 John St.-Bronson Methodist Hospital South Campus (South Pavilion)

Title

BMH Cardiovascular Unit

Job Type

Full-Time Variable Shift

Job Description

Under general supervision, functions as scrub nurse, circulator and/or recorder in diagnostic cases, and as a circulator or recorder in intervention cases in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Is responsible for cost effective and efficient delivery of nursing services and the provision of safe patient care. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served.

Licensed Registered Nurse in good standing for the State of Michigan with 1 year of experience required. As of December29,2013, any nurse hired by Bronson who does not hold a BSN (or higher nursing degree) will be given 8 years from date of hire date to obtain. If, after 8 years, the nurse has not met this requirement, employment will be terminated. 2 years clinical experience in adult cardiac critical care and/or CVL training preferred BLS/ACLS certification required within 1 year of hire date.

Requirements

• Basic PC computer skills to operate the database and office programs used in the department; can be acquired after hire
• Regularly works with patients where social sensitivity and the ability to communicate effectively are definitely required
• Must be able to work and communicate with all managers, employees, physicians, and customers with which Cardiovascular Services Department does business
• Must be able to work well within a small work group which includes: communicating effectively with team members, assertively handling conflict, diplomatically resolving issues, participating in problem-solving
• Must treat everyone in a professional manner

Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time. Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e. up to 50 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, monitors, and provides appropriate professional nursing care to patients throughout their stay in CVSL.
• Documents abnormalities in physical assessment, as well as recommended interventions and patient response; obtains and notes physician orders; and, maintains appropriate nursing and patient records.
• Responsible for assisting the physician with invasive cardiology procedures, such as heart catheterizations, intra‑aortic balloon pump insertion, pacemaker and ICD insertion, etc.
• Functions as scrub nurse, circulator and/or recorder in diagnostic cases, and as a circulator or recorder in intervention cases. Typically the duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • setting up sterile table according to procedure
  • prepping and draping patient appropriately and using proper sterile techniques during procedures
  • preparing and proficiently operating all equipment (including radiographic) used in the procedure and all related monitoring and recording equipment
  • assisting and anticipating the needs of the physician in the performance of procedures
  • communicating significant data to physicians and other members of the team as each case proceeds
  • administering all medications when required
• Manages images for review by the physician and for the permanent record.
• Completely and accurately documents and charges procedures; enters and records pertinent laboratory values, pressure waveforms and ECGs physical assessments and other pertinent information into logs and the computer and processes related paperwork.
• Orders and maintains appropriate levels of medications as well as other routine supplies used in the Lab.
• Maintains instruments and equipment in a clean and functional condition. Performs minor repairs, calibrations, and adjustments on equipment. Brings to the attention of supervisor the need for special service or maintenance.
• Keeps current in professional knowledge of diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular technologies.

Shift and Scheduling

Variable Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours40

Cost Center3702 Cardiovascular Cath Lab (BMH)

Additional on call requirements above and beyond regular scheduled hours. Weekends and Holidays also required.

Company Culture

Bronson Healthcare is a community‑owned, not‑for‑profit health system that has been serving southwest Michigan since1900. Today, with a workforce of9,000 people and1,500 medical staff members, it is the area’s largest employer and leading healthcare system. Bronson provides care in virtually every specialty and offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care at more than100 locations.

Bronson’s exceptionally high quality standards enable us to do what’s right for our patients and their families. We are empowered as individuals and as teams, to apply our skills and experience so that every patient receives safe, timely and effective treatment. What’s more, our state‑of‑the‑art, technology and evidence‑based processes give us the tools we need to deliver the right care, at the right time.

By putting each patient and their family at the center of our work, we demonstrate the dignity and respect we have for each individual we serve. This unwavering commitment to serving others combined with our unique healing environment helps make the patient experience here an exceptional one.

The excellence and Positivity of our employees and medical staff has contributed to Bronson Healthcare being ranked by Forbes as one of America’s Best‑In‑State Employers (2022‑23), by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023) and by the National Association for Business Resources as one of the2023 Top101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For.