Cardiovascular Specialist - Rex Invasive Heart & Vascular

UNC Health; North Carolina; In loco; USD 49.000 - 71.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

UNC Health in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Cath Lab RN to join Rex Invasive Heart & Vascular on a per diem basis. The role focuses on imaging, patient assessment, and supporting diagnostic and interventional procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have an Associate's degree in a cardiovascular-related field, RCIS/RRT/RDCS or ARRT certification, ACLS and BLS, and at least one year in invasive procedures.

Competenze

• Associate's degree in cardiovascular field required.
• RCIS, RRT, RDCS or ARRT certification required.
• BLS Certification required.
• At least one year experience in invasive procedures or two years relevant healthcare experience.

Mansioni

• Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures within the cath lab.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation and understanding.
• Prepares patient for procedure by positioning and using appropriate equipment.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system.
• Monitors cardiovascular and pulmonary functions during cardiac catheterization.
• Observes patient and communicates with physician regarding condition and reactions.
• Assists Physician in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Provides technical assistance as needed.
• Complies with policies and procedures.

Formazione

Associate's degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

What You'll Experience

• A busy, dynamic department where no two days are the same
• An exhilarating environment that challenges you to think critically and act confidently
• Opportunities to participate in advanced cardiac and vascular procedures
• A highly collaborative team of physicians, nurses, technologists, and support staff dedicated to exceptional patient care
• Access to leading-edge technology and continuous professional growth

Why You'll Love It Here

• If you're energized by fast-paced medicine, thrive under pressure, and are passionate about making a meaningful difference, you'll find your purpose in our Cath Lab.
• Every day brings new challenges, new victories, and the rewarding knowledge that your expertise helps save lives and strengthens the communities we serve.
• Come be part of a team where innovation meets compassion, teamwork drives excellence, and every heartbeat matters.
• If you're passionate about cardiovascular nursing, enjoy working in a high-performing procedural environment, and want to make a difference when every second counts, we'd love to meet you.

Responsibilities

• Documents history and physical assessment for patients undergoing procedures within the cath lab.
• Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain patient cooperation and understanding and allay apprehension.
• Prepares patient for procedure by positioning and using appropriate equipment.
• Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast enhanced radiographs of heart and cardiovascular system (angiocardiograms).
• Operates multichannel physiologic monitor to measure and record functions of cardiovascular and pulmonary systems of patient during cardiac catherization.
• Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions. Communicates with physician regarding patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and other significant incidents.
• Assists Physician in diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Provides technical assistance as needed.
• Complies with departmental, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Accepts responsibility for personal growth and development and professional accountability.

Other Information

Other information:

Education Requirements

• Associate's degree (A. A.) or graduation from a cardiovascular related program required.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• RCIS, RRT, RDCS or ARRT required. ACLS
• An advanced degree in a healthcare related field combined with three (3) years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the certification/requirements.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required

Professional Experience Requirements

• At least one year experience in invasive procedures or 2 years relevant healthcare experience. *Note: Current teammates hired before Dec 9, 2022 are not required to hold RCIS, RRT, or RDCS certification
• Teammates who received their RCIS certification prior to January 1, 2017 may quality with five (5) years of experience in lieu of their Associate's degree.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Job Details

• Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
• Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
• Organization Unit: Rex Invasive Heart & Vascular
• Work Type: Per Diem
• Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00
• Salary Range: $35.87 - $51.57 per hour (Hiring Range)
• Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
• Work Assignment Type: Onsite
• Work Schedule: Day Job
• Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
• Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
• This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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