RN Cath Lab, Forbes

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Monroeville is seeking a dedicated registered nurse for the Cath Lab to perform nursing care during cardiac catheterization procedures. This involves preparing patients, monitoring medications, and assisting physicians during various cardiac procedures. The ideal candidate will have current PA RN licensure, BLS and ACLS certifications, and a strong commitment to patient care. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to transforming healthcare outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must have current PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through the eNLC.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• Experience in cardiac catheterization procedures is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures.
• Monitor and administer medications as directed by physicians.
• Assist cardiologists during catheterization procedures.
• Maintain sterile environments and document procedures accurately.
• Train inexperienced staff on laboratory equipment.

Skills

Cardiac catheterization procedures

Patient care

Critical thinking

Moderate Sedation administration

Education

Current State of PA RN licensure

BLS and ACLS Certification

Job description

Company

Allegheny Health Network

General Overview

At AHN, employees trust working together and place patients at the center of all they do. This 9‑hospital system, a part of Highmark Health, is transforming the future of healthcare by providing highly effective services to customers, patients, and communities. This role performs nursing care during cardiac catheterization procedures, including precise instrument handling, accurate medication administration, and proficient monitoring of hemodynamic parameters. A registered nurse in the Cath Lab is proficient in the operation and maintenance of specialized equipment, ensures accurate procedural documentation, and participates in quality‑assurance activities to maintain optimal outcomes.

Essential Responsibilities

• Participates in the care of patients undergoing Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, Electrophysiology, Hybrid Operating Room procedures and surgeries. Prepares patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, including explaining the procedure, obtaining informed consent, and verifying allergies and medical history.
• Integrates knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques being performed, and assists accordingly.
• Positions patients, selects anatomical and technical parameters accurately for independent imaging of special procedures per established protocol. Prepares for and assists the physician and/or physician assistant while performing procedures.
• Maintains the competency to administer and monitor Moderate Sedation, vasoactive medications, and anticoagulants as directed by a physician.
• Anticipates adverse reactions / conditions when monitoring the effects of all procedural activities and responds appropriately.
• Demonstrates competent technical skills and may perform scrub functions related to the intra‑operative phase. Assists cardiologist during cardiac catheterization procedures by preparing equipment, managing instrumentation, and maintaining a sterile field.
• Demonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures performed during the intra‑operative phase utilizing proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication and specimen handling.
• Prepares contrast media, practices aseptic technique pre‑, during, and post‑ special procedures.
• Completes required documentation for procedures e.g. regulatory, billing protocols and image storage and archival.
• Maintains adequate supplies for efficient section/department operations. Participates in inventory control and monitoring.
• Orients inexperienced staff on the operation of laboratory equipment; troubleshoots malfunctions and is knowledgeable of proper support personnel and instances when they need to be contacted.
• Provides accurate and thorough nurse‑to‑nurse handoff to receiving unit.
• Available to cross‑train as appropriate in various areas.
• Other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi‑state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• BLS and ACLS Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in area of specialty
• RCIS Certification encouraged within five years

EEO Statement

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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