Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse

Prime Healthcare; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse to join their team. This role involves assessing patients, assisting during cardiac procedures, and ensuring patient safety throughout the catheterization process. Candidates must possess an active RN license and at least one year of experience in cardiovascular or critical care settings. Full-time benefits are provided, including health insurance and a generous bonus potential.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Tuition reimbursement options

Employer 401K options

Life, disability, and other insurance options

Qualifications

• 1 year clinical experience in Cardiovascular Lab or Critical Care.
• Active state Registered Nursing (RN) License.
• BCLS (AHA) and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and prepare them for cardiac procedures.
• Assist cardiologists during various cardiac interventions.
• Monitor patients post-procedure and document care.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Emergency Response

Patient Monitoring

Education

Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse, sometimes referred to as a Cardiac RN or Cath Lab RN. A Cath Lab RN is essential in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of cardiac catheterization procedures, contributing significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases specifically with the cardiac catheterization lab.

Bonus Options: up to $20,000

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days (Some Call Required)

Hours: 8-hour or 10-hour options available

Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center - Mesquite, TX

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Responsibilities

** You must have experience in the Cath Lab or Critical Care area as a RN to move forward in this position. Critical Care RN with experience in Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Room (ER) or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVIC) are encouraged to apply.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Assess patients, obtain medical histories, perform physical exams, and prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures (Pre-Procedure Preparation)
• Assist cardiologists during procedures such as angioplasties, stent placements, electrophysiological studies, and other cardiac interventions (Intra-Procedure Assistance)
• Monitoring patient post-procedure for complications, provide post-procedure instructions, and ensuring patient stability before discharge or transfer to another unit
• Operate and troubleshoot complex medical equipment used in the catheterization lab, such as hemodynamic monitors and other diagnostic tools
• Quickly respond to any emergencies or complications that arise during procedures, such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, or bleeding
• Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure details, and post-procedure outcomes
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care and catheterization techniques

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• One (1) year clinical experience in a Cardiovascular Lab doing cardiac work or in a Critical Care area; required
• Cath Lab experience; required
• Active state Registered Nursing (RN) License; required
• Current BCLS (AHA), ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current; required

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN); preferred

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days