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Job description
Position Title
Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab
Days - Full Time
Bell Hospital
Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Cardiac Cath lab RN provides evidence-based care; assesses the patient prior to and during the procedure; monitors electrical and hemodynamic parameters; provides moderate sedation under the direction of the physician; assists in advanced diagnostic and invasive procedures; may perform additional tasks such as circulating or monitoring as trained and assisting the Cardiologist as requested. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
Prepares the Cath Lab procedure room by ensuring that adequate stock is available
Develops and contributes to a plan of care for the patient during the procedure.
Prepares the patient and equipment for Cath Lab procedures, including site preparation, monitoring equipment and intravenous/arterial line management
Administers intravenous and oral medications
Attends to the patient needs during the procedure
Monitors hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data
Assists in the testing of arterial and venous blood samples following various monitoring parameters
Circulates during the procedure as applicable
Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Participates in orienting new staff
Population Served
Adult (18-64yrs)
Geriatric (65 yrs & older)
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions Prepares the Cath Lab procedure room by ensuring that adequate stock is available
Develops and contributes to a plan of care for the patient during the procedure.
Prepares the patient and equipment for Cath Lab procedures, including site preparation, monitoring equipment and intravenous/arterial line management
Administers intravenous and oral medications
Attends to the patient needs during the procedure
Monitors hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data
Assists in the testing of arterial and venous blood samples following various monitoring parameters
Circulates during the procedure as applicable
Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Participates in orienting new staff
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience High School Graduate
Associates Degree in Nursing Perioperative & Procedures - For ADN prepared nurses hired after February 24, 2017; must complete BSN degree by the fifth anniversary of employment as RN with UKHA
ICU/ED experience or previous Cath Lab experience
Preferred Education and Experience Bachelors Degree in Nursing
2 or more years of ICU/ED experience
Cath Lab (Cath Lab and/or EP Lab) experience
Required Licensure and Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Licensed Registered Nurse (LRN) - Single State - State Board of Nursing
Preferred Licensure and Certification Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR
Acute/Critical Care Nursing (Adult) (CCRN) - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses Certification Corporation (AACN)
Important information for you to know as you apply
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
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Worksite address
kansas city, MO, 64101, US
Who can apply
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