RN Staff - Cardiology

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks an experienced registered nurse to join our cardiac testing team. You will perform Stress Testing, Transesophageal Echo, Cardioversion, Tilt Table Testing, Holter, Bubble Study, and EKG, with a 16-hour weekly schedule and on-call weekend/holiday coverage.

Applicants must hold a Louisiana RN license, current BLS and ALS per ILCOR, and have completed a board-certified nursing program; flexibility to work shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• Board Certified Nursing Program completed.
• Current LA RN License required.
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through ILCOR with manikin check-off.

Responsibilities

• Care for a group of patients during a designated time frame using the nursing process.
• Perform Stress Testing, Transesophageal Echo, Cardioversion, Tilt Table Testing, Holter, Bubble Study, and EKG.
• Take rotating call for weekend and holiday coverage.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient safety

Education

RN License

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16 Work Shift: Monday - Friday: 7:00a to 3:30p and/or 7:30a to 4:00p | Rotating Holidays & Weekends on Call (8-12)

Summary of the Job: Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Performs essential functions needed to carryout Stress Testing, Transesophageal Echo, Cardioversion, Tilt Table Testing, Holter Monitor Scanning, Bubble Study, & EKG. This employee will also take rotating call for weekend and holiday coverage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program Current LA RN License required Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off Must be able to work flexible hours and rotate call.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 20 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) - hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

Contact Information:

Reuben K. Dunn, HR Talent Partner Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.