RN - Cardiac Cath Lab (Jefferson)

General Overview This job performs nursing care during cardiac catheterization procedures, including precise instrument handling, accurate medication administration, and proficient monitoring of hemodynamic parameters. A registered nurse in the Cath Lab is proficient in the operation and maintenance of specialized Cath Lab equipment and ensures the accuracy and completeness of procedural documentation and participates in quality assurance activities to maintain optimal procedural outcomes. Essential Responsibilities Participates in the care of patients undergoing Cardiac Cath Lab, Interventional Radiology, Electrophysiology, Hybrid Operating Room procedures and surgeries. Prepares patients for cardiac catheterization procedures, including explaining the procedure, obtaining informed consent, and verifying allergies and medical history. Integrates knowledge of cardiovascular and peripheral vascular physiology, pathophysiology, and procedural techniques being performed, and assists accordingly. Positions patients, selects anatomical and technical parameters accurately for independent imaging of special procedures per established protocol. Prepares for and assists the physician and/or physician assistant while performing procedures. Maintains the competency to administer and monitor moderate sedation, vasoactive medications, and anticoagulants as directed by a physician. Anticipates adverse reactions or conditions when monitoring the effects of all procedural activities and responds appropriately. Demonstrates competent technical skills and may perform scrub functions related to the intra‑operative phase. Assists cardiologist during cardiac catheterization procedures by preparing equipment, managing instrumentation, and maintaining a sterile field. Demonstrates knowledge of accepted procedures performed during the intra‑operative phase utilizing proper aseptic techniques and practices standard precautions. Follows policy for medication and specimen handling. Prepares contrast media and practices aseptic technique pre‑, during, and post‑ special procedures. Completes required documentation for procedures, e.g., regulatory, billing protocols and image storage and archival. Maintains adequate supplies for efficient section/department operations. Participates in inventory control and monitoring. Orients inexperienced staff on the operation of laboratory equipment, troubleshoots malfunctions, and is knowledgeable of appropriate support personnel and when they need to be contacted. Provides accurate and thorough nurse‑to‑nurse handoff to receiving unit. Available to cross‑train as appropriate in various areas. Other related duties as required. Qualifications Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi‑state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC). BLS and ACLS Certification Preferred Certification in area of specialty RCIS Certification encouraged within five years Must live within 30 minutes to Jefferson Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at View email address on click.appcast.io. California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Allegheny Health Network