Cardiac Cath Lab Staff Nurse: Critical Care and Procedures

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Savannah, GA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the invasive cardiac lab.

The RN will monitor, circulate, and scrub for procedures in CCL/EP/SP, ensuring patient safety and optimal care before, during, and after exams. Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in Nursing, have 1–2 years of critical care nursing experience, and be licensed as a Registered Nurse with BLS and ACLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• 1-2 Years Critical Care Nursing required.
• 1 Year Cath Lab or EP Lab or Special Procedures preferred.
• Registered Nursing License with State of Practice - Required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Required within 90 days from hire date.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to any age-related needs of the patient being served.
• Coordinates patient care needs with team members and other appropriate departments; coordinates/oversees patient placement within the system and monitors house availability.
• Maintains aseptic/sterile technique during invasive procedures per policy.
• Proficient knowledge in the management of cardiac and emergency medication; accountable for analgesia and/or moderate sedation.
• Accurately enters procedural documentation and patient charges per department guidelines.
• Knowledgeable of Joint Commission, OSHA, CMS, ACR, and AORN guidelines; participates in quality improvement processes.
• Ensures open communication between nurses and other team members; promotes patient satisfaction.

Skills

Critical Care Nursing

Cath Lab/EP Lab

Patient Education

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System in Savannah, GA is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the invasive cardiac lab.

The RN will monitor, circulate, and scrub for procedures in CCL/EP/SP, ensuring patient safety and optimal care before, during, and after exams. Candidates must hold an Associate Degree in Nursing, have 1–2 years of critical care nursing experience, and be licensed as a Registered Nurse with BLS and ACLS within 90 days.