Registered Nurse Cath Lab

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc.; Miami Beach, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

On-site housing for select positions

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc. is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cardiac Catheterization Lab in Miami Beach, FL. The role involves monitoring hemodynamics, administering medications, and assisting with invasive procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate holds an active FL nursing license with BLS and at least 1 year of telemetry or specialty unit RN experience, with a focus on patient safety and education.

Qualifications

• Current FL Nursing License and active status.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 1 year RN experience in Telemetry or similar unit.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and document hemodynamic response during interventions.
• Monitor and troubleshoot hemodynamic status with cath lab equipment.
• Transcribe orders and assess patient cancer, vitals, and admission history.
• Perform IV catheter insertions and manage groin/arterial sheath as required.
• Provide patient education and ensure safety during procedures.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac care

Nursing assessment

Vital signs

Safety precautions

Tools

Cath lab equipment

Job description

## Registered Nurse Cath LabApplylocations: Miami Beach, FLtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR103722**As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.**Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.**Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way**Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.**Department:****Job Description Summary:**## Position ResponsibilitiesCardiac Cath Lab Responsibilities* Evaluates, assesses and documents patient's hemodynamic response to therapeutic intervention by accurate cardiovascular monitoring. Reports abnormal rhythm to physician.* Monitors, evaluates, documents and trouble shoots patients hemodynamic response with the use of cath lab specialty equipment.* Accurately transcribes, reviews and carry's out physician orders.* Assess and reassess as per hospital policy.* Competent in the insertion of peripheral intravenous catheters.* Monitors, evaluates and intervenes appropriately with patients receiving conscious sedation.* Demonstrates appropriate safety measures as it relates to potential radiation exposure.* Assesses and implements safety devices pre-intra-post Cardiac Cath procedures.* Demonstrates proper groin management for arterial sheath interventions.Assessment* Performs initial vital signs and admission history to include introduction to patient and family. Assessment of chief complaint and notification of physician within 15 minutes of arrival.* Obtains and documents a complete nursing admission assessment, including physiological and psychological factors to develop a plan of care within eight hours of admission.* Performs and documents an accurate systems assessment at the beginning of each procedure.* Responds to diagnostic data and initiates appropriate action or intervention.* Assesses patient education needs on admission.* Assesses psychosocial needs specific to patient's age, growth, and development.Planning* Initiates a plan of care within eight hours of admission.* Establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs.Implementation* Verbalizes understanding of patient diagnosis and plan of care.* Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations.* Prepares intravenous solutions using aseptic technique.* Administers, observes, and documents intravenous therapy according to hospital policy.* Administers medications within 30 minutes of scheduled time. Observes and documents effectiveness. Recognizes and reports adverse reactions immediately.* Provides individualized instructions to patient/significant other regarding the plan of care.* Demonstrates safe and correct use of unit specific equipment.* Ensures that each patient's general hygiene needs are met.* Performs pre-operative and post operative care and instruction for each assigned cardiac cath patient.* Adheres to standard precautions including hand hygiene guidelines at all times.* Documents specific patient valuables on designated form when received and immediately arranges for appropriate storage.* Performs dressing changes using aseptic technique.* Collects and labels specimens per policy when ordered by physician.* Performs bedside glucose monitoring according to policy.* Reports all abnormal findings immediately to physician.* Inserts intermittent or indwelling urinary catheter using aseptic technique.* Administers oxygen therapy according to physician order.* Transfers patients in/out of the cath lab in an efficient manner, by obtaining a complete and correct set of physician's orders. Completes transfer summary and ensures appropriate completed referral forms accompany intra-facility transfers, including giving/receiving of report.* Demonstrates safe and correct use of restraints.* Evaluation* Documents/reports patient responses or outcomes resulting from: nursing interventions, treatments/procedures, interpersonal interactions, and patient/family education.* Evaluates and documents patient's progress towards established goals/objectives.* Updates/revises individualized patient care standards based on patient/family responses, progress towards goals.* Professional and Staff Development* Obtains 100% mandatory hospital and unit specific inservices annually, prior to evaluation date.* Plans, presents, and documents unit inservice as required by level.* Documents competency in clinical skills annually.* Attends staff meetings as required.* Uses established lines of communication for resolution of problems and interpersonal conflict.* Leadership* Attends 75% staff meetings.* Functions as a Charge Nurse, possesses clinical knowledge of all patients on the unit. Triages and assigns beds to promote patient flow.* Attends a Charge Nurse course.* Serves as a preceptor/clinical resource.* Actively participates in unit based PI.## Qualifications* ### License/Registration/Certification + Current FL Nursing License, Current Basic Life Support,* ### Education + None* ### Experience + 1 year in RN position within a Telemetry monitored area or specialty patient care unit.**Benefits:**We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:* Health benefits* Life insurance* Long-term disability coverage* Healthcare spending accounts* Retirement plan* Paid time off* Pet Insurance* Tuition reimbursement* Employee assistance program* Wellness program* On-site housing for select positions and more!**Degree Requirements:****Certification:**### About UsMore than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.