Registered Nurse (RN) - Cath Lab

Tenet; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Tenet Health in Tucson seeks an RN to provide direct nursing care per hospital policies and protocols. The role emphasizes care coordination, patient safety, and effective discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate has RN licensure in Arizona, one year of experience, and BLS certification; ACLS/PALS/NRP are preferred. A sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is offered based on eligibility.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• One year of RN experience.
• Active Arizona Nursing License or compact state license.
• BLS certification required; ACLS/PALS/NRP preferred.
• BSN highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements and monitors patient care plans and communicates patient status.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments including physiological and psychosocial factors.

Skills

Nursing care

Care coordination

Patient advocacy

Education

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing

Arizona Nursing License or compact state license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

ACLS / PALS / NRP (preferred)

BSN (preferred)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Sign on Bonus: Up to $15,000 SOB Based on Eligibility

Position Summary

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.
• Assessment - An RN uses a systematic, dynamic way to collect and analyze data about a patient, the first step in delivering nursing care. Assessment includes not only physiological data, but also psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors as well.

Assessment

An RN uses a systematic, dynamic way to collect and analyze data about a patient, the first step in delivering nursing care. Assessment includes not only physiological data, but also psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors as well.

• Initial assessment
• Re-assessment
• Focused assessment based on patient condition, setting and population

Problem Identification

Problem identification is the nurse’s clinical judgment about the patient’s response to actual or potential health conditions or needs.

Planning and Outcomes

Based on the assessment and problem identification, the nurse sets measurable and achievable short-and long-range goals in collaboration with the patient and family. Assessment data, problem identification, and goals are written in the patient’s care plan so that nurses as well as other health professionals caring for the patient have access to it.

• Establishing daily goals with the patient and family
• Formulating a plan of care
• Transition or Discharge planning

Implementation

Nursing care is implemented according to the care plan, so continuity of care for the patient during hospitalization and in preparation for discharge is assured. Care is documented in the patient’s record.

• Ensures patient safety
• Medication administration
• Provision of ordered treatments
• Patient/Family education
• Provision of nursing care -Documentation in healthcare record

Evaluation

Both the patient’s status and the effectiveness of the nursing care must be continuously evaluated, and the care plan modified as needed.

Care Coordination

Actions initiated by nurses with patients, families, and/or members of their healthcare team to manage and correct the sequence, timing, and/or effectiveness of patient care from admission to discharge.

• Delegation
• Supervision
• Prioritization

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. Continuing education requirements as defined within the CARE program.
• Experience: One (1) year as an RN.
• Licensure/Certifications: Valid current Arizona Nursing License or compact state license and ability to become Arizona Licensed in 30 days.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• American Heart Association and others as required by individual department as noted in Attachment A.

Preferred Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Licensure/Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or others as required by individual department.

Benefits

At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

ABOUT THE TEAM

Established in 1961, St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. The hospital offers advanced care that includes a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center and spacious and comfortable labor and delivery units. Additional services include high-quality care in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, stroke and emergency medicine. Join our team!