CATH LAB RN II

Covenant Health; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus of $7,500

Job summary

Covenant Health is seeking a Cath Lab RN II for the Heart Cath Lab in Morristown, TN. The role requires a valid RN license, ACLS and CPR certifications, and a minimum of 2 years Cath Lab experience along with 3 years of RN experience. Responsibilities include preparing patients and equipment for catheterization, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with health care professionals. The position offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus and requires rotating on-call availability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of Cath Lab experience and three years total RN experience required.
• Must hold a valid RN license in the state of Tennessee.
• Knowledge of critical care infusions and procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and equipment for catheterization procedures.
• Records hemodynamic and electrical data during procedures.
• Administers medications and monitors patients' vital signs.

Skills

Critical Care Knowledge

Patient Monitoring

Intravenous Medication Administration

Cardiac Catheterization Experience

Team Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse License

ACLS Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Overview

Cath Lab RN II, Heart Cath Lab

$7,500 Sign-on Bonus

PRN, Variable Hourse & Shift

Rotating on call, must respond within 30 minutes of call

Morristown Hamblen Overview:

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System has167 licensed beds and 23 emergency suites. The hospitaloffers outstanding ancillary services including Laboratory, Radiology and Therapy services.At our Breast Imaging Center of Excellence,women can have their annual mammograms, biopsies,and can meet with a nurse navigator if needed. The Women’s Center offers six newly remodeled labor and delivery suites and has a secure nursery for the care of our newborns. It serves an eight-county region in the Lakeway Area and is equipped with modern technologies and expert staff to provide the best possible patient care. Learn more about our amazing facility at https://www.morristownhamblen.com/.

Emergency Department:

Our 23-bed Emergency Department is equipped with the latest technology including computerized patient tracking,Radiology Servicesinside the ER and easy access toSurgery,Intensive Care, and other vital areas of the hospital. We are equipped with the only Heart Cath Labs in the Lakeway Area. The Emergency Department is also the area’s only Designated General Pediatric Emergency Facility, offering specialized equipment and advanced training and certification in caring for emergencies involving children.

Position Summary:

Provides nursing services to Cardiac Catheterization Lab patients in accordance with established nursing standards and practices; sets-up electrical and hemodynamic transducers and amplifiers; records and obtains hemodynamic, electrical and angiographic data; assesses patient during invasive cardiac procedures and delivers therapy as required. Coordinates patient care with other health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient and equipment for catheterization procedures by preparing site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting-up pressure transducers and tubing.
• Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data by operating hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment.
• Attends to patient needs during cardiac studies.
• Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing care for the patient.
• Administers intravenous and oral medications to patients.
• Assists in the collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases.
• Precepts/trains new employees/students in the techniques of cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology.
• Monitors patient’s vital signs during and after cardiovascular procedures.
• Participates in life‑saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Completes nursing history if appropriate.
• Assess learning needs of patient and family, develops and initiates teaching plan.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members.
• Clinical expertise and knowledge of unit are such that complex physician issues are resolved without oversight or supervision.
• Responds appropriately and timely to patients, physicians and other customers needs.
• Provides 6 credit hours of in‑service per year.
• Member of established active hospital or department committee or subcommittee with 75% participation in meetings.
• Functions as a role model to peers by cross‑training to other departments, and serving as a resource person.
• Completes department specific checklist and any additional requirements as needed.
• Performs a variety of special projects and assignments relating to primary responsibility.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.

Minimum Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of Cath Lab experience, three (3) total years of RN experience. Knowledge of Critical Care Infusions and procedures is a requirement.

Licensure Requirement:

Valid RN license with State of TN; ACLS, CPR certification required.