RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Registered Nurse (RN)

This role involves working 4 shifts per week, each 10 hours in duration, with responsibilities extending into weekday and weekend on-call requirements. The successful candidate will work in a medical facility located in Olympia, WA, which has a total of 107 beds and is designated as a non-trauma facility.

Facility and Equipment Details:

• Beds: 1 Cath Lab, 1 IR room, 1 Hybrid room
• Technology/Equipment:
• EMR: EPIC
• IV Pump: Alaris
• Med dispensing: Pyxis
• Hemodynamic monitoring: Merge
• C-arms: GE
• Injector: MedRad

Required Experience and Skills:

A minimum of 2 years of experience is required for this position. Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience in both Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology (IR)
• Cath Lab knowledge of diagnostic and interventional procedures, including:
• Left Heart Catheterization (LHC)
• Right Heart Catheterization (RHC)
• Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP)
• Pacemaker insertion
• Staged/protected Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCIs)
• Advanced catheter techniques for complex patients (e.g., CTOs, Impella)
• For IR, experience with procedures such as:
• Coil embolizations
• Nephrostomy tube placements
• Central line and port placements
• IVC filters
• Tunneled and temporary dialysis catheter placements

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage patient care during procedures in the Cath Lab and IR
• Effectively collaborate with a team of 3 in each procedural room
• Assist in room turnover and maintain necessary equipment readiness
• Read and interpret EKGs effectively
• Transport patients as required, especially in cases involving IABP

Orientation and Support:

New travelers will undergo an orientation program, contingent on their prior experience in IR. Orientation will last approximately one week for those with experience and a couple of weeks for those requiring additional training. During this time, travelers will engage in buddy call.

Scheduling and On-Call Requirements:

The position includes a weekend rotation with call responsibilities, requiring a 30-minute response time. Scheduling is primarily self-managed, with minor adjustments made to fill any gaps in the schedule.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Required licensure for RNs: BLS and ACLS
• Required licensure for RTs: BLS, ACLS, ARRT or RCIS certification, and state license

Additional Information:

Scrubs and lead aprons are provided, with options for extended sizing available as needed.

Client Details Address 3900 Capital Mall Dr SW City Olympia State WA Zip Code 98502