Cardiac Cath Lab RN - Critical Care & Patient Impact

Vanderbilt University Medical Center; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN in Cardio Cath Lab at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is responsible for assessing, implementing, and evaluating care for various patients within the facility. Reports to the Clinical Director of the unit and collaborates with nursing, ancillary services, physicians, patients and families to ensure quality of care.

Requires self-direction and a quality focus; strong interpersonal communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal communication skills are essential for this role.
• Critical care background is essential.
• Cardiac and Cath Lab experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
• Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
• Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
• Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Nursing patient education

Care planning

Evidence-based practice

Job description

The RN in Cardio Cath Lab at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is responsible for assessing, implementing, and evaluating care for various patients within the facility. Reports to the Clinical Director of the unit and collaborates with nursing, ancillary services, physicians, patients and families to ensure quality of care.

Requires self-direction and a quality focus; strong interpersonal communication is essential.