Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac EP Lab

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, KS, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiac EP Lab to provide evidence-based care, monitor electrophysiology studies, administer medications, and assist Electrophysiologist during procedures in a fast-paced Heart Center.

The role requires BSN or ADN with perioperative experience, BLS/ACLS, and a willingness to work in a cath/EP lab environment; knowledge of hemodynamics and sterile technique is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• ADN or BSN required/perioperative experience.
• Current RN license in Kansas or Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Administers intravenous and oral medications.
• Assists in collecting arterial/venous samples and respiratory gases.
• Monitors vital signs during electrophysiology studies and handles data collection.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical nursing

Perioperative care

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

BSN (preferred)

Job description

## Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac EP LabApplylocations: Kansas City, KStime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-55969# Position TitleRegistered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac EP LabDays - Full TimeHeart Center## Position Summary / Career Interest:The Cardiac EP Lab RN provides evidence based care in Cardiac EP Labs; monitors electrical and hemodynamic parameters; assesses patient during procedures and delivers therapy; provides moderate sedation during procedures. Performs advanced diagnostic and invasive procedures in the Cardiac EP Lab. Monitor, circulate, and assist Electrophysiologist as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.**Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions*** Administers intravenous and oral medications to patients.* Assists in the collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases.* Attends to patient needs during electrophysiology studies including monitor patient's vital signs. -* Circulates during procedure, as applicable.* Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing for the patient's care.* Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data; operates hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment, if applicable.* Participates in late staffing per established late staffing schedule.* Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.* Participates in orienting new staff.* Prepares patient and equipment for electrophysiology procedures; prepares site of entry, draping patient, arranging sterilized instruments and catheters, and calibrating and setting up pressure transducers and tubing, as applicable.* Prepares the Electrophysiology Lab procedures rooms by ensuring that adequate stock is available.* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. **Required Education and Experience*** High School Graduate* Associate Degree Nursing in Nursing Perioperative & Procedures - For ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017; must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as an RN with UKHA **Preferred Education and Experience*** Bachelor Degree Nursing* 2 or more years of ICU or previous Cath Lab experience* Electrophysiology Lab (Cath Lab and/or EP Lab) experience* 2 or more years of ICU or previous Cath Lab experience **Required Licensure and Certification*** Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA)* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)* Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing State of Kansas OR State of Missouri **Preferred Licensure and Certification*** Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR* Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR* Registration as Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT) OR* Cardiovascular Certificate, License or Registration ~ CCRN **Knowledge Requirements*** Ability to communicate effectively## Time Type:Full time## Job Requisition ID:R-55969### Important information for you to know as you apply:* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. *See also* Diversity, Equity & Inclusion*.** The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.