Registered Nurse, Cardiac Catheterization Lab

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Cardiac Catheterization Lab

Job Overview:
As a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, you will play a pivotal role in delivering specialized care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. Working in a dynamic and technologically advanced environment, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the optimal outcomes of patients with cardiovascular conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Pre-Procedure Preparation:
• Review patient medical histories and assess their readiness for Cardiac Catheterization procedures.
• Educate patients and their families about the upcoming procedures, potential risks, benefits, and post-procedure care.
• Administer pre-procedure medications and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Procedure Assistance:
• Assist the interventional cardiologist in preparing for and performing Cardiac Catheterization procedures, angiograms, and other related interventions.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and interpret hemodynamic data during procedures.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to respond promptly to any complications or changes in patient status.
• Post-Procedure Care:
• Provide post-procedure care, including monitoring vital signs, assessing access site integrity, and managing potential complications.
• Administer post-procedure medications and ensure patients are stable and comfortable.
• Educate patients on post-procedure care instructions and follow-up appointments.
• Patient Advocacy:
• Advocate for patients' needs and preferences throughout the entire catheterization process.
• Facilitate communication between patients, their families, and the healthcare team.
• Provide emotional support and address concerns during the pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure phases.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with interventional cardiologists, radiologic technologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless and efficient procedures.
• Communicate effectively with pre-procedure and post-procedure nursing units to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute insights to improve patient outcomes.
• Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure events, and post-procedure care.
• Adhere to regulatory standards, institutional policies, and quality assurance measures.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety.

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract

Pay: $2,988.46 - $3,599.01 per week

Medical specialties:

• Cath Lab

Physical setting:

• Hospital
• Inpatient
• Long term care
• Outpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x10
• 5x8
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: On the road