Registered Nurse Catheterization Lab

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Flexible Scheduling

Other benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS is seeking a Cath Lab RN for day shifts on a PRN/per diem basis. You will prepare patients for cardiac catheterization, assist during procedures, and monitor recovery to ensure safety and efficiency.

The role requires active RN licensure, BCLS and ACLS on hire, and at least one year of CV lab or critical care experience. Benefits include health insurance options, a 401K plan, flexible scheduling, and other perks.

Qualifications

• Active state RN license required.
• BCLS (AHA) and ACLS required upon hire and maintained.
• One year CV lab or critical care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, obtain histories and prepare for catheterization.
• Assist cardiologists during angioplasties, stent placements and related procedures.
• Monitor patients post-procedure and provide discharge instructions.
• Operate and troubleshoot cath lab equipment and monitors.
• Respond promptly to emergencies during procedures.
• Document all aspects of patient care accurately.
• Stay updated on cardiac care advancements.

Skills

RN

Education

RN license

BCLS

ACLS

Job description

Overview

Department: Catheterization Lab

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: PRN

Location: Providence Medical Center - Kansas City, KS

A Cath Lab RN is essential in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of cardiac catheterization procedures, contributing significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases specifically with the cardiac catheterization lab.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Assess patients, obtain medical histories, perform physical exams, and prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures (Pre-Procedure Preparation)
• Assist cardiologists during procedures such as angioplasties, stent placements, electrophysiological studies, and other cardiac interventions (Intra-Procedure Assistance)
• Monitoring patient post-procedure for complications, provide post-procedure instructions, and ensuring patient stability before discharge or transfer to another unit
• Operate and troubleshoot complex medical equipment used in the catheterization lab, such as hemodynamic monitors and other diagnostic tools
• Quickly respond to any emergencies or complications that arise during procedures, such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, or bleeding
• Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure details, and post-procedure outcomes
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care and catheterization techniques

Qualifications

Education, Work Experience & Qualifications:

• Active state Registered Nursing (RN) License required
• Current BCLS (AHA), ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current; required
• One (1) year clinical experience in a Cardiovascular Lab doing cardiac work or in a Critical Care area; required

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, insurance options
• Employer 401K options
• Flexible Scheduling
• Many other amazing benefits

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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