Cath Lab RN | Full Time

Peterson Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Education Scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Merit Increases

Fitness facility access

Job summary

Peterson Health in Texas is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse for its CCIR department. This role involves providing patient care, assisting physicians, and maintaining equipment safety. Applicants must hold a Texas RN license and have at least one year of critical care experience.

The position offers various benefits, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement, and demands strong organizational and patient care skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Texas license as a Registered Nurse.
• Certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• One year experience as an RN in a hospital critical care unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to adult through geriatric population.
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient conditions.
• Assist with maintenance of equipment and inventory.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Interpersonal relationship skills

Patient care skills

Knowledge of anatomy

Venipuncture skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to determine physician intervention

Ability to prepare and recover patients

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Who we are

Peterson Health is an independent, not‑for‑profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX – heart of the Texas Hill Country. Peterson was recently named one of the Top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country and the only one in Texas by the National Rural Health Association. Being named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for six consecutive years is a testament to Peterson's commitment to its team and to fulfilling its mission of providing exceptional, compassionate, patient‑centered care.

Shift Information

The position is full‑time working four 10‑hour shifts. Call required.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance
• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
• Employee Education Scholarships
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility

What You Will Do

Work under the supervision of physicians and management team to care for patients within the CCIR department; complete procedures with CCIR and Radiology keeping patient safety as the focus; communicate with physicians regarding patient conditions, needs, and care plans; assist physicians and technologists as requested. Provide direct patient care to adult through geriatric patient population. Address psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care related to the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and Interventional Radiology Department. Communicate with physicians on a regular basis and as needed about patient condition. Assist with maintenance of equipment and inventory. Assess procedure room for equipment functioning and readiness. Obtain supplies for individual cases and ensure all appropriate pre‑procedure documentation is accurate and reflects the procedure to be performed. Monitor, position, and assist patient during procedure. Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.

Required Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Preferred Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Required Skills

• Strong organizational, interpersonal relationship, decision‑making and patient care skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, techniques, and both radiation protection and safety standards.
• Excellent venipuncture skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to determine when physician intervention is necessary.
• Ability to prepare and recover patient pre, intra, and post‑procedure in Radiology and CCIR departments.
• Ability to deviate from normal techniques when necessary to develop new and better techniques to keep the department up to date.

Required Licensure/Registration/Certification

Texas license as a Registered Nurse. Certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification

• Certified Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
• Cardio‑Vascular Certified RN (CVRN)

Required Experience

One year experience as an RN in a hospital critical care unit.

Preferred Experience

Greater than two years’ experience as a critical care nurse.