Registered Nurse - Cardiac Catherization

Azza HealthCare Agency; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking a Cardiac Cath RN to provide essential nursing support in a cardiac catheterization setting, collaborating with interventional cardiologists and electrophysiologists in Scranton, PA.

The role requires triaging patient calls, assisting with procedures, preparing lab specimens, monitoring equipment, administering medications, and educating patients on treatments, with required on-call emergencies within 30 minutes and rotation including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing.
• Experience with Telemetry, ED, or ICU is preferred but not required.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and clinical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Triage patient calls and obtain medical histories.
• Assist with procedures and collect lab specimens.
• Monitor diagnostic equipment and administer medications.
• Educate patients on treatments and ensure safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical skills

Education

Specialty Training Program in Nursing

Job description

Role Overview

A Cardiac Cath RN provides essential nursing support in a cardiac catheterization setting, working closely with interventional Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists.

Key Responsibilities

Triage patient calls, obtain medical histories, assist with procedures, collect and prepare lab specimens, administer medications, monitor diagnostic equipment, and educate patients on treatments. They also manage IV insertions, maintain aseptic environments, and support daily clinic operations.

Qualifications & Skills

Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing. Experience with Telemetry, ED, or ICU is preferred but not required. Strong teamwork, communication, and clinical skills are essential.

Additional Duties

Respond to On-Call emergencies within 30 minutes for acute heart attack care, with rotation including nights and weekends. The position involves working in a clinical environment, adhering to policies, and ensuring patient safety and care quality.