PRN Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Colorado Springs Cardiology; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Springs Cardiology is seeking a Cardiac Cath Lab RN to join our ambulatory surgery center team. You will provide pre-, intra-, and post-procedural nursing care for cardiovascular procedures in a fast-paced environment to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.

You will collaborate with cardiologists and healthcare professionals, educate patients, monitor vitals, administer medications, maintain sterile technique, document care, and participate in emergency protocols and quality

Qualifications

• RN license in Colorado; BLS and ACLS required; CCRN preferred.
• 1-2 years in critical care or cardiac care; 1-2 years in cath lab performing coronary, peripheral vascular and/or electrophysiology procedures.
• Strong cardiovascular nursing, patient assessment, and communication skills; proficient with cath lab equipment and EHR.

Responsibilities

• Pre-procedural assessments, reviewing history and exams; educate patients and families; start IVs and administer medications as ordered.
• Assist cardiologist during cardiac cath, EP, peripheral vascular, and interventional procedures.
• Monitor vital signs, ECG, and hemodynamics; administer medications and IV contrast as required.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique; provide post-procedural monitoring and education.
• Document all aspects of care in the patient’s medical record; participate in emergency protocols (ACLS, code blue).
• Collaborate with cath lab team; communicate with patients and families; participate in meetings and quality initiatives.

Skills

Cardiovascular nursing

Patient assessment

Communication

Calm under pressure

EHR proficiency

Education

ADN/BSN

Tools

Cath lab equipment

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Join a dedicated team as a Cardiovascular RN in our Ambulatory Surgery Center, where you'll play a vital role in supporting diagnostic and interventional cardiac, peripheral vascular, and cardiac electrophysiology procedures that save lives and improve patient health. With brand new state-of-the-art facilities and a supportive environment, you'll work alongside leading cardiologists and healthcare professionals, utilizing your skills to ensure the highest standards of care in our dynamic surgery center. If you have a passion for cardiovascular medicine and a commitment to patient care, we invite you to apply and become an essential part of our heart health team.

Position Summary

The Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse (Cath Lab RN) is responsible for providing patient care during their entire stay at the ambulatory surgery center. This role involves pre-procedural, intra-procedural, and post-procedural nursing care, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes. The Cath Lab RN must possess specialized knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and procedures, as well as the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment and Preparation:
  • Conduct pre-procedural assessments, including reviewing patient history and performing physical exams.
  • Educate patients and their families about the procedure, addressing any concerns and answering questions.
  • Prepare patients for procedures, including starting IVs and administering medications as ordered.
• Assist the cardiologist during cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, peripheral vascular, and interventional procedures.
• Monitor patient vital signs, ECG, and hemodynamic parameters throughout the procedure.
• Administer medications and IV contrast agents as required.
• Ensure the maintenance of a sterile field and adherence to aseptic techniques.
• Provide post-procedural monitoring and care, including assessing complications.
• Educate patients on post-procedure care and follow-up instructions.
• Document all aspects of care accurately in the patient’s medical record.
• Emergency Response:
  • Respond promptly to emergencies during procedures, including administering advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) if necessary.
  • Participate in code blue and other emergency protocols as required.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Work collaboratively with the cath lab team, including physicians, technicians, and other nurses.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
  • Participate in departmental meetings, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education:
  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing (ADN/BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Certification and Licensure:
  • Currently Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Colorado.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.Certified Cardiac Vascular Nurse (CCRN) preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a critical care or cardiac care setting.
  • 1-2 years of experience in a cardiac catheterization lab performing coronary, peripheral vascular and/or electrophysiology procedures.
• Skills:
  • Strong clinical skills in cardiovascular nursing and patient assessment.
  • Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with cath lab equipment and electronic health records (EHR).

This position is a clinical position and will report to the office Monday- Friday based on business need.

Physical Requirements

This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary and Benefits

PRN, non-exempt position. Competitive compensation and benefits package to include 401K; a full suite of medical, dental, and ancillary benefits; paid time off, and much more.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Cath Lab RN, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.