Facility
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Location
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Department
Special Procedures
Job Family
Nursing
Work Shift
Rotating Shifts (United States of America)
Summary
Cardiac Catheterization/Electrophysiology/IR Staff RN performs patient care and monitoring of patients undergoing invasive diagnostic and interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and radiology procedures. He/she is responsible for the operation and quality assurance of equipment needed for the procedure and for patient safety, patient monitoring during the procedure.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology experience required. Experience in radiology procedures as well as invasive procedure pre- and post-procedure care highly desired. Current ACLS, BCLS. Ability to assess patient needs correctly and take appropriate action. Thorough knowledge of medications, emergency procedures and medical equipment. Can initiate appropriate emergency actions within scope of practice and law. Ability to work with personnel of varied training/backgrounds, i.e. rad. Tech, nurse, cardiovascular tech, etc. Good oral and written communication skills. Maintains composure during high stress situations. Knowledge of and ability to operate x-ray and patient monitoring equipment. Flexibility with work schedule. Continues to take Cardiac Cath Lab Call as requested by Supervisor.Good hearing; ability to speak clearly; visual acuity; motor coordination and manual dexterity. Good physical and mental stamina to perform duties and responsibilities. Work is medium to heavy. Work requires moving of equipment and patients, and exposure to ionizing radiation. Ability to lift 100 lbs with frequent lift/carry objects up to 50 lbs. Wears lead lined apron for extended periods of time. May be subject to occupational exposure including skin, eye, mucous membrane or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material during patient contact. Moderate to high amount stress from heavy patient scheduling, interaction with physicians and type of patient not limited to unstable patient conditions.
Required Licenses and Certifications
RN - Board Of Nursing
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity