RN - REGISTERED NURSE - EP

Registered Nurse (RN) Position

The Aultman Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse that provides direct, primary nursing care to patients/residents. The RN delegates and coordinates patient care, based upon a documented assessment of the patient#s/resident#s needs. The RN supervises the care provided by individuals such as licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians/state tested nursing assistants/nurse aides, medical assistants, and etc., if applicable.

The Electrophysiology Lab is located on the 1st floor of the Building A (Bedford building) and consist of two procedure rooms and a pre/recovery area. The Electrophysiology Lab provides a central specialized area for structural/ electrophysiology procedures.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.
• Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.
• Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements.
• Membership in professional nursing organization preferred.

Department Qualifications:

• Previous experience in an Electrophysiology Lab preferred.
• Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.

Skills:

• Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.
• Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.
• Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.
• Demonstrates effective communication.
• Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.

Responsibilities:

RN applies the nursing process of assessment, planning interventions, accurately implements and/or delegates patient care, evaluates that care, and accurately communicates patient information in a timely manner. RN is a patient/resident advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort and satisfaction. Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness of nursing practice. Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice. Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice. Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones. Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and students. Integrates research findings into practice. Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Department Responsibilities:

• Expected to scrub, circulate, and document various EP procedures such as: cryoablation, radiofrequency ablation, PFA, pacer implant, ICD implant, CRT P/D implant, Event recorder implant, LAAC, and ablation/LAAC procedures.
• Expected to work in prep/recovery assist Cath Lab as needed.
• Expected to help with stocking the EP rooms during downtime, as well as put stock away in the stockroom and assess product needs.
• Expected to assemble patient charts for that day or next day procedures
• Expected to maintain a neat and clean working environment.
• Helping to surgically clean rooms between cases, including all equipment, as well as make sure work area is clean and all stock put away after cases are completed.
• Utilizing invasive monitoring, external pacer/defibrillator, and temporary pacing devices.
• Operating St Jude Claris (EP Med) recording system.
• Connecting patients to Biosense Webster and St. Jude mapping systems.
• Performing arterial/venous sheath removal.
• Maintaining professionalism and confidentiality in all communications.
• Administer conscious sedation according to policy as well as document according to policy.
• Recovering patients from anesthesia according to policy.
• Assessing cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, renal and peripheral vascular status.
• Documenting findings and reporting abnormal or out of range results to physicians.
• Providing emotional support to patient/family by assessing anxiety and communicating effectively about procedures and delays in schedule.
• Proactively anticipating and responding to physician/coworker/patient or family member#s needs.
• Demonstrating an energetic and positive approach to work and being sensitive to customers# physical, social and cultural needs.
• Communicating effectively with peers, medical, nursing and interdisciplinary staff in the delivery of care.
• Openly communicate with the Unit Director/ANM regarding any concerns.
• Supporting and following hospital policies and best practice measures.
• Abiding by the hospital attendance policy, being in your work area ready to work by the start of your shift.
• Maintaining a positive attitude, refraining from negative conversation, being open to change.
• Consider factors related to safety, effectiveness, cost, and impact on practice in the planning and delivery of nursing services.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities of the department as appropriate.

Working Conditions:

Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage. Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity. Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs. Cross training depending upon department needs.

Department Working Conditions:

Normally works 8-10 hours per day, with varying start times - with exception of call days, which may require more than the scheduled hours. Lunch periods and breaks are coordinated with other staff to maintain adequate unit coverage. Subject to changes of patient assignment to accommodate departmental needs. Expected to adhere to hospital policies and procedures. Expected to wear personal protective equipment appropriate for sterile, invasive procedures involving fluoroscopy such as, but not limited to hats, masks, gowns, shields, and lead radiology aprons throughout delivery of care.

Physical Addendum Demands:

• Lifting 0-10 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Lifting 10-20 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Lifting 20-35 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Lifting 35-50 lbs Occasional 10-33%
• Lifting 50-75 lbs Occasional 10-33%
• Lifting 75-100 lbs Occasional 10-33%
• Lifting over 100 lbs Occasional 10-33%
• Forward Reaching Frequent 34-65%
• Overhead Reaching Frequent 34-65%
• Standing Continuous 66% of the day
• Walking Continuous 66% of the day
• Sitting Occasional 10-33%
• Climbing Occasional 10-33%
• Stairs/Ladder Occasional 10-33%
• Bending/Stooping Frequent 34-65%
• Twisting/Turning Occasional 10-33%
• Kneeling/Squatting Occasional 10-33%
• Crawling Never
• Pushing/Pulling 0-10 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Pushing/Pulling 10-20 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Pushing/Pulling 20-35 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Pushing/Pulling 35-50 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Pushing/Pulling 50-100 lbs Occasional 10-33%
• Pushing/Pulling over 100 lbs Occasional 10-33%
• Carrying 0-10 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Carrying 10-20 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Carrying 20-35 lbs Frequent 34-65%
• Carrying 35-50 lbs Occasional 10-33%

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