Advanced RN - Cardiac Cath Lab | ACLS Certified

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the Midwest region as a Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse, providing expert patient care with a focus on cardiac catheterization procedures. This role requires independent nursing practice within the scope of state nursing regulations and hospital policies.

The Cardiac Cath Lab RN delivers direct patient care using comprehensive nursing knowledge and skills, ensuring safety and quality throughout the patient experience.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Adhering to established safety protocols including infection prevention, safe patient handling, and critical lab notifications to maintain an optimal care environment.
• Administering medications, performing nursing interventions, and providing patient and family education within hospital guidelines to support positive outcomes.
• Engaging in quality monitoring and process improvement initiatives as directed by leadership.
• Safely administering conscious sedation, peri-procedural pharmacologic agents, and emergency medications as needed.
• Conducting thorough initial and ongoing patient assessments to monitor status and communicate findings effectively to the healthcare team.
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of patient care activities, vital signs, cardiac rhythms, medications, and supplies used during procedures.
• Communicating clearly and compassionately with patients, families, physicians, and nursing staff to enhance care and patient experience.
• Delegating tasks appropriately while fostering teamwork and accountability within the unit.
• Adapting positively to changes in healthcare dynamics and pursuing ongoing professional development.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.

Experience:

At least one year of critical care or equivalent nursing experience is necessary. Experience in interventional cardiac catheterization labs is advantageous.

Certification and Licensure:

• Current RN license valid in a Compact state or the state of practice.
• BLS and ACLS certification through the American Heart Association are mandatory.

Mental and Physical Requirements:

This position demands considerable mental focus and physical stamina, including frequent heavy lifting, extended standing periods wearing lead aprons, and the ability to perform CPR and apply pressure during procedures.

Working Conditions:

Exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and biohazardous materials is expected. The role requires the ability to work under stress and maintain safety protocols in a high-acuity environment.

MLee Healthcare Staffing and Recruiting, Inc