RN - Cath Lab

Details

Client Name
Lourdes Hospital

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Cath Lab

Job ID
37570622

Job Title
RN - Cath Lab

Weekly Pay
$2686.0


Shift Details

Shift
8am-5pm

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
08/03/2026

End Date
11/02/2026

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
ID: 64111392 Shift: Days (Days) 4 x 10Hrs Description: Skill Job Description: Be sure to click the blue page icon on the right-side to view Facility and Unit specific details about the position.RN Cardiac Cath Lab 740N36 Summary of Primary Functions The Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN) provides, coordinates, plans, and evaluates the care of the patient in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team and within the established nursing process framework. Evaluation is done through data collection, assessment, identification, and prioritization of patient problems/needs including evaluation of process/outcome of nursing care, interventions, and teaching. The RN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members.? Essential Job Functions Conducts and analyzes initial and ongoing patient assessment, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectiveness. Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and organization policies and procedures. Serves as point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments. Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department and collaborates with spiritual care, palliative, and ethics when needed. Serves as a point person for care coordination for family members or caregivers. Using the AACN Synergy Model, restores, supports, promotes, rehabilitates, or palliates to maintain the physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability of patients across the lifespan. Synthesizes and prioritizes information in order to take immediate and decisive evidence-based, patient-focused action using clinical judgement and clinical inquiry. Anticipates and responds with confidence and adapts to rapidly changing patient conditions. Responds to the unique needs of the patients and families coping with unanticipated illness or injury and treatment and advocate for their choices in quality of life. Functions independently in the role of scrub nurse and circulator. Participates in the on-call system for emergency and urgent procedures on weekends, nights, and holidays. Must be able to respond to STEMI call backs in less than 30 minutes. Nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the organization Nursing Professional Practice Model. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support or ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care, ACLS required within 6 months of hire) CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred) PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred) National Institute of Health (NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred) RCIS Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (preferred) RCES Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (preferred) Education Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 1 year RN experience in telemetry, critical care, cardiac cath lab, ER, or OR (required)??? Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred) Critical Care Course (preferred) Skills Performs comprehensive assessment of patient's clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources. Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care. Assesses patient's physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly. Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care. Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills. Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support resources. Assist patient and family in coping with patient's illness. Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely. Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources. Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission. Advances personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops. Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of staff. Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and others. Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery. Assists patient and family in coping with patient's illness. Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions. Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances. Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies. Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they can understand considering their personal preferences. Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence. Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during an emergency. Inserts intra-aortic balloon pumps, chest tubes, and impellas. Assesses patients through hemodynamic monitoring. Performs transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). Inserts and monitors transvenous pacing/temporary pacing. Administers means for conscious sedation. Knowledge of advanced respiratory modalities. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods of constant interruptions * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.):?? 34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.)??? 34-66% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.)??? 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.)??? 34-66% Stoop/Kneel?? 1-33% Crawling??? 1-33% Climbing??? 1-33% Balance??? 1-33% Bending??? 34-66% Sitting??? 34-66% Walking??? 34-66% Standing?? 34-66% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity - far Acuity - near Depth perception Use of latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older) Additional Notes and Requirements: Cath Lab RNGeneral Information:Contract Length: 13 week contractDysrhythmia exam requiredLocals not acceptedRegular Shifts: 10 hour shifts Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and ThursdayOn Call Shifts: 1730-0700 am the following day, weekends Friday 0700-Monday 0700; 6 week scheduling period, self scheduled to fill gaps where needed Position Details:Minimum of 2 years (unbroken) Cath Lab experienceMinimum of 1 year travel experienceCerts/Licenses: RN, BLS, ACLSShift information -- 10 hour shifts Monday - Thursday 0700 1730. Call shifts vary at about 21 days for a 6 week period: On call hours 1730 0700 M-Th and 24 hours Fri ,Sat, Sun (holiday schedule may differ) Unit Specific Details:Bed amount 2 Cath labs, 1 EP lab, 1 hybrid ORDrips Cardiac dripsLines/Drains/ Specific devices used Medtronic heavy for devices and suppliesMachines McKesson Hemodynamics and EPIC Cupid. Cath -- Impella, IABP, Penumbra, IVUS, IFR, OCT, CSI, ROTA, Shockwave, and Phillips X-Ray system. EP - Boston Scientific mapping system, farapulseOxygen -- YesPatient population Adult onlySupport staff (if applicable) It is a 4 person / team Lab RN s & Rad Techs for most cases. May also utilize anesthesia staff for certain procedures. Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91


Client Details

Address
1530 Lone Oak Rd

City
Paducah

State
KY

Zip Code
42003