Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac EP Lab

The University of Kansas Health System; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Cardiac EP Lab RN to deliver evidence-based care in the Cardiac EP Lab, monitor electrical and hemodynamic parameters, and assist Electrophysiologist during procedures.

Responsibilities include sedation during procedures, data collection, and preparation of lab rooms and equipment. Required licensures include BLS, ACLS, and RN licensed in KS or MO. BSN preferred with ICU/Cath Lab experience.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate
• ADN in Nursing Perioperative & Procedures; BSN required by fifth anniversary of employment for ADN hires after Feb 24, 2017
• 2+ years ICU or Cath Lab experience
• RN license in KS or MO

Responsibilities

• Administers intravenous and oral medications to patients.
• Assists in collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases.
• Monitors vital signs during electrophysiology studies.
• Circulates during procedures as applicable.
• Develops and contributes to a nursing care plan for the patient.
• Obtains and records hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data; operates related equipment.
• Participates in late staffing per schedule.
• Performs life-saving measures such as defibrillation and CPR.
• Prepares lab and equipment for electrophysiology procedures.
• Prepares stock and ensures room readiness.

Skills

ICU experience

Education

High School Graduate

Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) in Perioperative & Procedures

Bachelor Degree Nursing

Job description

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

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.