CLINICAL NURSE

A professional caregiver who plans, provides, and directs patient care and teaching, utilizing the nursing process in accordance with patient care standards and physician orders. He/she acts as a liaison between physicians, patient and family, and collaborates with other health care members. He/she assists in the orientation process of new personnel, and may participate in health center and department committees. The Cardiac Cath Lab Staff RN - Level 1 must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity. The Cardiac Cath Lab Staff RN - Level 2 must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age, and/or psycho-social maturity. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current licensure by Ohio State Board of Nursing. BSN required unless otherwise approved (clinical ladder promotion process or CNO approval for new hire) Required length and type of experience: Previous experience in specific nursing area preferred. Level 1: One (1) year prior critical care / acute care nursing experience required. Prior cardiac catheterization experience preferred. Level 2: One (1) year prior critical care/acute care nursing experience required. Minimum one (1) year prior interventional cardiology/ special procedures experience required. Required licensure, certification or registry: Current license by the Ohio State Board of Nursing. CPR certification required. ACLS preferred. If applicable, ACLS certification for Critical Care and Emergency Services required. PALS required in Emergency Services. Level 1: ACLS and IABP certification within six months of hire. Level 2: ACLS and IABP certifications required. #J-18808-Ljbffr