RN Cath Lab

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE:

• The Registered Nurse (RN) is accountable for utilizing the nursing process to provide safe, age-appropriate, direct and indirect patient care, while practicing within the scope of practice of the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
• Additionally is responsible for data entry for billing purposes and logging of case data into the digital archive of the department.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

• The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis.
• Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, PET-CT, Ultrasound services, Cardiac Cath and Interventional Radiology.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Current unencumbered Oregon RN Licensure required.
• Healthcare Provider Level BLS required.
• GSR Cardiac Cath Lab
• ACLS required.
• One (1) year experience or training in a Cath Lab/Angio hospital setting preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
• Adaptability/Flexibility: Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent medical situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt treatment to offer best possible care to patients.
• Time Management: Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
• Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues.