Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Cath Lab or similar setting
Strong knowledge of cardiovascular and vascular procedures
Ability to assess and manage complex patient conditions
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience in supervising non-RN personnel
Responsibilities
Assess patients' physical and psychosocial conditions throughout care
Provide pre, intra, and post-procedure care for cardiac and vascular patients
Develop and communicate comprehensive patient care plans
Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams on care plans
Evaluate patient outcomes and adjust care plans as necessary
Educate patients and families based on assessed learning needs
Support performance improvement and risk management initiatives
Act as a preceptor for new staff when needed
Benefits
Day shift schedule with four 10-hour shifts
Restricted on-call requirement for STEMI cases
Opportunity to work in a specialized Cath Lab environment
Engagement in performance improvement activities
Supportive team environment with opportunities for mentorship
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Stamford Health is hiring a Fulltime Nurse Specialist Angio CATH LAB for the Cath Lab Unit!
This position is a day shift position, (4) 10-hour shift position!
RESTRICTED on-call requirement for STEMI, Must be able to report within 30 minutes!
Responsibilities
The Angio-Specialist will be proficient in-patient assessment and be competent in the management of patient’s Cardiovascular patients, which included the vascular interventional radiology population, before, during and after their procedures. The Angio-Specialist will also be required to take an “on call schedule during non-operational hours of the lab to provide coverage for emergency cases. When assigned the charge role the Angio-Specialist will coordinate the operating schedule and supervise unit activities. In addition, he/she will provide supervision of non-RN personnel.
Assess patient’s physical and psychosocial condition throughout the continuum of care.
Provide care for patients pre, intra and post procedures for all cardiac and vascular procedures
Develop and communicate patient plan of care reflecting patient issues and proposed interventions to achieve desired patient outcome
Collaborate with patient, family and healthcare team in implementing plan of care
Evaluate patient outcomes, effectiveness of plan of care and readiness for discharge and/or continuing care. Revise plan of care as needed and appropriately refer for additional services where indicated.
Provide education as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and family.
Participate in and support performance improvement and risk management activities.
Act as preceptor to new staff when requested.
About Stamford Hospital
Stamford Hospital is a not-for-profit, community teaching hospital in Stamford, Connecticut. It is a member of the New York-Presbyterian Healthcare System and is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medicine. Stamford Hospital is a Level II Trauma Center and a Magnet Hospital for nursing excellence. The hospital offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, cancer care, cardiovascular care, women's health, and more.
