Registered Nurse Cardiac Cath Lab

CV Invasive Specialist I

The CV Invasive Specialist I performs duties necessary for cardiac catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring some proctoring and supervision of technical detail. The Specialist I performs a variety of technical procedures that require some independent judgment. The CV Invasive Specialist I assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required. Follows Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals (ACVP) Scope of Practice or for Electrophysiology the NASPE Standards of Professional Practice for the Allied Professional in Pacing and Electrophysiology.

Shift Details:

1. 36 hours per week; 4x 9-hour shifts
2. Share on call obligations on nights, weekends, and holidays (requires 30-minute response time)
3. Regular Lab hours are 7:00am-4:30pm Monday- Friday
4. Call hours 4:30pm-7:00am with 24-hour coverage Saturday, Sunday and holidays

Unit Details:

• We care for patients undergoing Cardiac, Electrophysiology, and Structural Heart procedures
• 4 state of the art cath labs plus one hybrid room
• Collaborative respectful culture with a tight-knit and cohesive team
• 3 person teams including an RN, a scrub tech, and an additional tech or nurse
• Documentation via Epic and MacLab
• Combination of RN conscious sedation and anesthesia

Essential Functions

• Participate in procedure room preparation and post procedure turn around.
• Develop specific knowledge with regard to invasive, diagnostic, and interventional supplies which includes assisting in inventory control. Develops specific knowledge of applications, proper use and deployment techniques including documenting hemodynamic recordings, calculations, and interpretations.
• Provide patient education and emotional support for patients and their family members; ensure patient comfort. Foster teamwork and cohesiveness with team members and physicians.
• Develop knowledge specific to cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and treatment options. Assess the condition of the patient, document, and inform physician of deviations from normal criteria throughout the procedure.
• Understand and apply principles of x-ray generation and safety. Understand and demonstrate the correct operation of imaging equipment.
• May mix and administer medications under the direction and supervision of the physician (RCIS or RCES is required to pass medications). Pursuant to state laws.
• At the end of the procedure, may apply closure device, suture the sheath in place, or remove the sheath and apply pressure to obtain hemostasis.
• Provide thorough and accurate documentation of each procedure and associated events.
• Develop skills in operating, calibrating, and troubleshooting equipment in the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Perform point of care testing and QA.
• Accountabilities: Scrub, circulate, and monitor in diagnostic, interventional, and CRM procedures according to scope of practice documents.Complete procedure data entry; acquire and process imaging studies, hemodynamic assessment and calculations, intra-procedure CathPCI registry requirements, and prepare procedural reports.

Skills

• Patient Assessment and Monitoring
• Sound Decision Making
• Procedural Assistance
• Patient Education
• Equipment Operation and Troubleshooting
• Analytical and Critical Thinking
• Taking Initiative
• Relationship building
• Health Language Fluency
• Communication and Collaboration

Minimum Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• PALS certification for children's hospitals or ACLS certification for adults. New employees must obtain within 3 months of start.
• Bachelor's degree in health science with six months of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, CNA, Surgical tech)- or –
• Graduate of a Radiologic Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Respiratory Therapy, or Nursing program
• - or –
• Graduate of a diploma or associate program in health science with one year of health care experience (e.g., Cath Lab, EP, EMT, Paramedic, Surgical tech, RN/LPN)- or –
• Graduate of a non-programmatically accredited program in invasive cardiovascular technology which has a minimum of one year of specialty training and includes a minimum of 800 clinical hours. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
• Intermediate computer skills.
• Current license, where applicable.- and-
• Surgical Tech/Assistant Certification per state requirements
• Rad Tech state license per state requirements (Montana)

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of CV Invasive Training experience.
• Fluoroscopy Operator Certification per state requirements (Colorado) within 3 months of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location:

St. Marys Regional Hospital

Work City:

Grand Junction

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$39.16 - $60.42