Per Diem Cath Lab RN - Cardiac Cath Lab of Collin County

SCA Health; Plano (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cath Lab in Plano, Texas. The role involves providing nursing care, ensuring patient safety, and assisting in various procedures. Candidates should have strong interpersonal skills and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Join a team dedicated to improving healthcare and patient outcomes.

Benefits

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k plan with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of continuous catheterization lab, ED, or PACU experience required.
• Proficient in interpreting EKG and hemodynamic tracings.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to ensure the safety of the patient.
• Assist in carrying out safe aseptic & sterile techniques and procedures.
• Complete documentation for CVL records and patient charts.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Tools

Electronic and clinical equipment

Job description

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support, and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure, or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other, and living out the mission, vision, and values that define our organization.

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics, and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems, and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values:

• Clinical quality
• Integrity
• Service excellence
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Continuous improvement
• Inclusion

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions, and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians, and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians, and improve health care in America.

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Click here to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will.

Responsibilities

We are actively recruiting for a Registered Nurse (RN) Cath Lab. The primary responsibility of this position is to:

• Provide nursing care to ensure the safety of the patient.
• Direct and assist in carrying out safe aseptic & sterile techniques and procedures.
• Perform various tasks as a CVL circulator and recovery RN.
• Ensure that the Cath Lab is prepared for the patient and procedure.
• Assist in transporting the patient to the Cath lab and check patient records for appropriate pre-op preparation and procedures.
• Verify that appropriate surgical prep is completed.
• Complete documentation for CVL records and patient charts, including medications and physician orders.
• Supervise and assist with the proper, safe positioning of the patient.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts and documentation.
• Secure emergency equipment and supplies as needed.
• Provide assistance to teammates, physicians, and patient families when applicable.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Maintain good communication skills that promote safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse with current state licensure, current BLS required; current ACLS preferred, must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of continuous catheterization lab, ED, or PACU experience required. Previous critical care experience preferred.
• Working Knowledge: Able to monitor, scrub, and/or circulate on all cath lab procedures including pacemaker, vascular, cardiac, IR, and pain management procedures. Able to pre-op and recover patients undergoing all types of procedures. Proficient in interpreting EKG and hemodynamic tracings.
• Technical/Motor Skills: Ability to manipulate various types of electronic and clinical equipment, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment, IV infusions, and computer equipment. Ability to operate specialty equipment and perform tasks at a “user” level.
• Interpersonal Skills: Must be able to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing. Able to effectively interact with all patients, families, staff, and physicians. Sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues, communicating clearly and appropriately for the age/developmental stage of the patient/visitor.
• Age-Specific Criteria: Knowledge and skills to provide care specific to the age-related needs of the patient and interpret data specific to the age group.

Compensation range: USD $40.00/Hr. - USD $49.00/Hr.