Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Holding Room, Mid Shift - VUH

Job Summary Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning. Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team. Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes. Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards. Shift Information Full‑Time | Mid Shift (3 shifts/week) Mid Shifts: 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM, 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM Occasional Saturday rotation required Patient Population Patients undergoing cardiac catheterization procedures Interventional cardiology procedures Pre‑procedure preparation and post‑procedure recovery Patients requiring cardiac monitoring and post‑sedation care Adults with a variety of cardiovascular conditions Why Join This Unit? Procedural Cardiology Exposure – Gain experience supporting patients undergoing advanced cardiac and interventional procedures. Fast‑Paced Environment – Work in a dynamic setting focused on efficient patient flow, procedural preparation, and recovery. Collaborative Team – Partner closely with cardiologists, cath lab staff, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality patient care. Preferred Experience Inpatient cardiology, procedural, step‑down, or ICU experience Experience with cardiac monitoring and post‑procedural care preferred Adult acute care nursing experience strongly preferred Key Responsibilities Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum. Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis. Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes. Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities Care Planning (Novice): Demonstrates ability to anticipate resource needs, identify distinct tasks, set priorities, schedule activities, meet deadlines, and organize work within areas of direct responsibility. Competently handles multiple assignments often simultaneously by prioritizing work into manageable and measurable units. Ability to adapt to changes to patient care and area needs with minimal disruption and loss of productivity. Follows up to assure problems and issues are resolved. Nursing Patient Education (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate patients in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations, recognizes problems, asks questions, and contacts the patient's primary care provider and other members of the healthcare team. Has experience in gathering pertinent clinical data that aid in referral, treatment, or other primary care pathways. Evidence‑Based Practice (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully search for evidence to answer clinical questions. Generally works under the direction of others while accomplishing assignments. Position Qualifications Licensure: Registered Nurse – Licensure‑Others Work Experience: Relevant work experience Experience Level: 1 year Education: Graduate of an approved discipline‑specific program This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well‑being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vanderbilt University Medical Center