RN Staff - Cath Lab

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Wheeler Heights (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a cardiac Cath lab nurse to provide direct adult and geriatric patient care during diagnostic and invasive cardiac procedures. The role requires an LA RN license, BLS and ALS certifications, and flexibility to rotate call and float to pre/post cath roles.

The position offers 40 hours per week with on-call responsibilities within 30 minutes of the hospital. Join a community-focused health system delivering high-quality care close to home.

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana RN license required.
• BLS and ALS certifications through ILCOR required.

Responsibilities

• Execute safe nursing practice for adult and geriatric patients undergoing cardiac procedures in the Cath lab.
• Provide direct pre- and post-procedure nursing care and be accountable for care in the cath lab.
• May float to Cardiology Pre/Post as needed and be available for on-call.

Skills

BLS

ALS

Education

RN license (LA)

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: 40 Summary of the Job: Executes safe nursing practice in the care of the patient requiring cardiac procedures in the Cath lab. Is accountable for direct care of the adult and geriatric patients undergoing diagnostic and invasive procedures in the cardiac Cath lab. Can float to Cardiology Pre/post if necessary and would be accountable for direct pre and post procedure nursing care of the adult and geriatric patients.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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. Able to take on-call (must live or stay within 30 minutes of hospital for call)

Preferred Qualifications:

• CCRN or CVRN preferred.
• 1 year cardiac cath lab, critical care, or emergency room experience preferred.
• Candidates with previous cardiac nursing experience or other procedural experience such as endoscopy, interventional radiology, surgery, etc. may be considered.

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 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
• Physical Effort required: onstant (67%-100%) – hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, handling/feeling, talking Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), crouching, crawling, reaching

Contact Information

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

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 their 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.