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The Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Cath/PV Lab II role encompasses specialized nursing responsibilities within the cardiac catheterization and peripheral vascular lab settings. This position collaborates with the healthcare team to provide advanced patient care during procedures, ensuring precision and adherence to established protocols for optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Job Function:

• Assesses complex patients' medical history and current condition to prepare them for cardiac catheterization and peripheral vascular procedures.
• Operates specialized equipment and monitors patients during procedures, ensuring safety and optimal outcomes.
• Administers medications and maintains accurate documentation of patients' responses and procedural details.
• Collaborates closely with the healthcare team, including physicians and technicians, to facilitate smooth and successful procedures.
• Provides patient education and support before, during, and after cardiac catheterization and peripheral vascular lab procedures.
• Adheres to professional advancement program requirements, engages in ongoing education, and mentors others to promote professional growth and development to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field, leading to improved patient care and clinical expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: Associate's Degree in Nursing.
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.

Experience:

• Required: Cardiac Specialty Experience, 2 Years Telemetry experience.1-2 years of Emergency Department or Critical Care RN experience.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a Compact state RCIS obtained within 24 months of hire. BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider ACLS obtain within 6 months of hire.