RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiac Catheterization

The Cardiac Cath RN primarily specializes in the care of patients undergoing invasive cardiac catheterization and/or invasive peripheral catheterization. Diagnostic and Interventional procedures performed within the department include coronary, electrophysiologic, and peripheral vascular. The Registered Nurse, functioning in a spirit of teamwork, is accountable for the delivery of patient care during the pre, intra and post procedural phases of cardiac catheterization. Hiring Incentive $15,000 recruitment loan paid over 2 years. Certain stipulations do apply. 40 hours weekly; 10-hour shifts; hours 6:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. On-Call for Level 1 Heart Attack Program (L1HAP): Rotation of 1-2 nights per week and every 4th weekend. On-Call response time is 30 minutes for patients requiring acute heart attack care. RN experience with Cardiac Cath, Telemetry, ED, and/or ICU experience is strongly preferred. Benefits at Geisinger Health, dental, and vision insurance Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA) Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions Generous PTO that accrues quickly Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more Job Duties Provides direct patient care before, during and after procedure. Assists physician with adult catheterization procedures, percutaneous transluminal coronary interventions, myocardial biopsy, temporary pacemaker insertion, pericardiocentesis, Swan-Ganz insertion, intra-aortic balloon pump insertion and other associated procedures. Records, monitors and assesses hemodynamic data collected during catheterizations. Completes all patient records accurately and in a timely fashion. Establishes and maintains rapport with patients throughout procedure. Continuously monitors patient's physiologic and psychological status throughout procedure. Initiates and maintains IV access. Administers all ordered medications, intravenous drips and emergency medications before, during and after procedure. Operates specialized equipment used in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory in a safe and efficient manner. Responds appropriately to all emergency situations within the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Initiates life support techniques in the event of a cardiac and respiratory arrest including CPR, drug administration, defibrillation, temporary pacemaker insertion, intra-aortic balloon pump insertion and airway management. Assesses patient for complications related to medications or procedures and responds appropriately. Discontinues arterial and venous access safely through use of manual compression or available compression devices. Assists physician with use of invasive closure devices. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Geisinger