Job detail

Cath Lab Nurse RN

MyMichigan Health

#Interpersonal Skills #Mentoring #Documentation #RN #BLS #ACLS #Emergency Response #Patient Care #Collaboration #Patient Transfer

Quick overview

The Cath Lab Nurse RN provides care for patients undergoing various cardiac and interventional procedures, including pre-procedure assessments and post-procedure care. Responsibilities also include operating life-saving equipment and collaborating with physicians to develop individualized care plans.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a licensed RN in Michigan with an associate degree, though a bachelor's degree is preferred. Two years of critical care nursing experience is required, along with ACLS and BLS certifications within one month of hire.

associate degreeInterpersonal SkillsDocumentationMentoringEquipment OperationCollaborationPatient EducationEmergency ResponseNursing CarePatient TransferPersonal Protective EquipmentInterventional RadiologyCritical Care NursingHemodynamic MonitoringCardiac CatheterizationClinical FunctionsPre-Procedure Assessment

Job description

Summary

This position cares for patients before, during and after angiography and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures. This position cares for Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients. This includes pre-procedure assessment, pre-medication, documentation of procedural process, post-procedure care and patient education. *Eligible for a $15,000 Sign-On Bonus*

Responsibilities

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

(35%)
Performs nursing care of the cardiac catheterization, Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients. (35%)
Calculates cardiac output, performs hemodynamic monitoring, Procedural set up and operates life saving equipment such as intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella, etc. Transfers patients, stocks supplies and performs basic office procedures. Scrubbing cases. (15%)
Records all pertinent information on appropriate data sheets. (15%)
Assists Radiologic Technologists circulate cases, sterically drop procedural supplies on tray OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborates with physicians to provide a plan of care for each individualized patient Assists in other radiology/cardiology procedures as needed. Performs clinical functions as needed. Delegation and coordination of tasks and assignments of nursing care Assumes the responsibility for processional growth by seeking out educational opportunities and utilizing programs in the hospital Precepts / mentors new employees and students This position requires Call MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

Certifications and Licensures

ACLS - Within 1 month of hire or transfer BLS - Within 1 month of hire or transfer

Required Education: RN – licensed through the State of Michigan Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Other Information

Education, experience, and training

Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 year’s experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.