Minimum of two years in critical care or Emergency Room
Preferred previous Cath Lab experience
Ability to obtain RCIS Certification within 2 years
CCRN certification advantageous as a substitute for RCIS
Responsibilities
Assess and plan nursing care for patients in the Cath Lab
Scrub in for surgical procedures as needed
Circulate in the procedure room to manage non-sterile tasks
Operate equipment to ensure patient hemodynamic stability
Provide education and support to nursing and imaging staff
Evaluate nursing care performance during assigned shifts
Maintain a safe environment for patients during procedures
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits
Retirement savings plan
Continuing education opportunities
Supportive work environment
Professional development programs
Full Job Description
Broad Function:
The Cardiac Cath Lab RN is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation coordination, observation and evaluation of nursing care function and performance relating to nursing team, concerned with patient care, treatment, safety and comfort during assigned shift. Responsibilities include scrubbing-in for the surgical portion of the procedure, circulating within the procedure room to organize and perform the non-sterile portions of the procedure, and operating the necessary equipment to maintain the hemodynamic stability and safety of the patient during the procedure. Has and is competent in Emergency and surgical procedure skills to perform procedures and maintain safe environment for the patient. Provides education, support and Cath Lab procedure competencies to nursing and imaging staff.
Qualifications:
Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current license to practice in New York State. BCLS and ACLS required. A minimum of two years of current critical care or Emergency Room experience required. Previous Cath lab experience preferred, Able to meet the RCIS Certification within 2 years of hire. CCRN would be advantageous and can replace the RCIS requirement.
