RN Specialist Cath Lab / CLE

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 74,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic is seeking an RN Specialist for Cardiac Cath POD to provide and assist with care before and after cardiac catheter procedures. You will admit patients and monitor arterial pressures, EKG, and vitals during procedures, and coordinate transfers within the hospital.

Graduate of an accredited nursing program with Ohio RN license (BLS/ACLS). BSN preferred. The role requires flexibility and strength in communication and teamwork in a fast-paced Heart & Vascular setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• RN license to practice in Ohio (current).
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-procedure care for patients in the Cardiac Cath POD.
• Assist with cardiac catheter procedures and monitor vital signs.
• Coordinate patient transfers within the facility and with external facilities.
• Maintain safety, dress code, and PPE compliance.
• Serve as a preceptor for students when needed.

Skills

Nursing care

Critical care

Patient coordination

Communication skills

Education

RN license in Ohio

BSN preferred

Job description

The RN Specialist, Cardiac Cath POD (Procedural Outpatient Department) is responsible for providing and/or assisting with the care of patients receiving cardiac catheter procedures to include admitting patients and providing pre- and post-procedure care to patients admitted to POD for various Heart and Vascular, and related procedures.

• Coordinates patient transfers within facility and outlying facilities.
• Provides patient care during Cardiac Cath Lab procedures, such as left and right heart caths, temporary pacemakers, angioplasties/stent, IABP etc.
• Takes precautions to ensure patient and employee safety.
• Admits, assesses, and provides pre- and post- procedure care to patients admitted to POD for various H&V procedures, including patients from Interventional Radiology, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cardiac Function, EP lab etc.
• In the Cardiac Cath Lab: records and monitors arterial pressures, EKG and other vital signs during procedures; assesses patients and gives medications as ordered by physician; circulates during procedures, scrubs in during procedures, and prepares room and equipment for procedure to be performed.
• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements. Maintains applicable certification/licensure.
• Follows hospital/system and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
• Remains flexible to work in and cross train between other areas in the Heart and Vascular Center.
• Supports and participates in community wellness programs.
• Serves as preceptor for university students in nursing and/or other health sciences.
• Other duties as assigned

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred.

Certifications:

• Registered Nurse with a license to practice in Ohio.
• Current Basic Life Support and ACLS certification through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross or ALS through American Red Cross.

Complexity of Work:

• Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
• Excellent communication skills. Ability to coordinate activities between diverse groups. Able to take call: must be able to safely make it to the hospital within 30 minutes once a STEMI has been called.

Work Experience:

• Critical care nursing experience preferred . Able to interpret cardiac arrhythmias.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
• Requires some exposure to communicable disease or bodily fluids.
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required

Pay Range Minimum Annual Salary: $73,840.00 Maximum Annual Salary: $115,648.00 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).