Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN) - FT

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 5,510,000 - 7,715,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks an experienced registered nurse specializing in cardiovascular care. The nurse will care for patients in the cath lab and related areas, performing nursing duties and collaborating with the health care team.

Required is a nursing degree and SC licensure with BLS/ACLS certifications. Previous critical care or cath lab experience is preferred, and the role involves standing, lifting, and long shifts in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a School of Professional Nursing.
• Critical Care Experience required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• The registered nurse provides care to patients undergoing invasive and noninvasive cardiovascular procedures.
• Performs nursing duties using the nursing process, environment/instrumentation, and collaboration with the health care team.
• Performs other duties incidental to the work described within.

Education

Graduate of a School of Professional Nursing

Critical Care Course or certification in critical care or Cath lab

Job description

Job Description Summary

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001194 FLO - Cath Lab / EP (FMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

The registered nurse is a professional caregiver who specializes and performs/assists with invasive and noninvasive cardiovascular procedures. The registered nurse assumes responsibility for patients while in the department and provides care to these patients, as needed via the nursing process, environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within.

Additional Job Description

Education

• Graduate of a School of Professional Nursing
• Critical Care Course or certification in critical care or Cath lab preferred but not required

Experience

• Previous experience preferred
• Critical Care Experience required

Licenses/Certificates

• License to practice in the Commonwealth of South Carolina
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification.

Physical Requirements

1. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
2. Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
3. Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
4. Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
5. Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
6. Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
7. Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
8. Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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