RN - Cath Lab

RN - Cath Lab Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Cath Lab Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day 4x10-Hour Hours per Shift: 10 Experience: Minimum 2 years required, with at least 1 year of cardiac cath lab experience. License: Active Illinois license required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required Must-Have: First-timers accepted only with significant cath lab experienceWeekend requirement: Must work every third weekendOn-call requirement: Yes - one night each week, every third weekendCandidate must float within scope to meet facility needs Description:Position in Cath Lab for an experienced Registered Nurse.This role requires strong clinical skills in cardiac care.Ratios are 1:2 during days and 1:1 for nights and weekends.Candidates should have experience with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.Experience in ASD closures, cardiac stent placement, and various catheterizations is required.Electrophysiology skills, including arrhythmia induction, are necessary.Experience with vascular studies such as angioplasty and stent graft placement is essential.Candidates must demonstrate proficiency with medications such as antiarrhythmics and IV vasopressors.Experience in IV therapy, including assistance with central line insertion, is expected.Knowledge of infection prevention and monitoring procedural sedation is crucial.Candidates should be familiar with using Cerner for charting.Previous charge experience is preferred but not mandatory.This position supports adult and geriatric patient populations in a dynamic environment.Cross-functional support is available from various interdisciplinary teams.Candidates must adhere to strict infection control protocols and safety standards.Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills are necessary for managing patient care in the Cath Lab. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cynet Health