Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (Rn) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
To be fully engaged in providing Quality/No Harm, Customer Service and Stewardship by providing diagnostic cardiovascular, invasive cardiovascular, peripheral, device implants, and electrophysiology studies in a timely, safe and efficient manner. The Cardio Invasive Specialist is expected to work in a team environment assisting with cleaning of rooms, restocking and updating supplies, as well assisting with development and implementation of departmental needs and projects. The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist needs to be proficient in all aspects of angiography, sterile preparation, assessment, documentation, and monitoring consistent with the policies and procedures of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and hospital administration, with responsibility to adhere to all the rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES

1. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology and uses this knowledge to enhance hemodynamic and angiographic techniques as observed by the attending physician.
2. Assists the physician and anticipates equipment needs.
3. Adheres to approved standards of aseptic technique during any procedure in the Cardiac Cath Lab, utilizing equipment and supplies in a safe and prudent manner.
4. Demonstrates competency and knowledge in efficiently preparing a patient for Cardiac Cath Lab procedure using established aseptic technique.
5. Moves, lifts, or assists patient appropriately to procedure table and provides for maximum privacy during procedure.
6. Demonstrates a working knowledge of drugs commonly used in the Cardiac Cath Lab.
7. Performs all aspects of monitoring, recording, scrubbing, and Holding Room responsibilities with exceptional level of professionalism and expertise.
8. Performs all aspects of circulating, with the exception of Conscious Sedation/Narcotic drug therapy as ordered by physician.
9. Demonstrates and practices proper protection measures to ensure radiation safety to self and fellow associates, visitors and physicians.
10. Recognizes potential emergency/life threatening situations and implements preventative measures as directed by the physician.
11. Ensures all supplies and medications are properly charged to each patient, accurately utilizing the hospital's inventory systems with a team approach.
12. Recognizes and communicates the electrocardiographic/ hemodynamic changes to the physician and appropriate staff members throughout the procedure.

Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Technologist:
Education: Graduate of accredited program in Cardiopulmonary Technology/Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist OR, Respiratory Therapy/Radiological Technology/EMS-P or Surgical Technology
Work Experience: New graduate from a certified CVT program OR, 2 years of Cath Lab experience other qualified specialties
RN:
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Licensure: Current Florida RN licensure or endorsement permit
Work Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a critical care unit or emergency department for nurses.
ALL:
Certification: Current RCIS preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain.
• AHA ACLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintain thereafter for Special Procedures Units.
• Excellent communication skills in an active team environment.
• Ability to assess and interpret data.
• Ability to clearly communicate with patient/family at various levels of understanding.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to take call on a rotating basis and be available in the Cath Lab within 30 minutes of notification
• Able to work long variable hours
• Must be able to transport patients via stretcher over carpet/tile areas unassisted with weight up to 300 lbs. 10-15 times daily
• Must be able to transfer patient population from stretcher/bed to procedure table:
  • Procedure table to stretcher/bed for weights up to 60 lbs. / per person, 10-15 times daily.
  • Able to stand on feet with 30 lbs. of additional weight for eight hours a day.