Job DescriptionThe Cardiovascular Intervention Center is a core element of the Smidt Heart Institute, performing more than 8,000 procedures a year. The department serves the populations of neonates to and including geriatrics. In this twelve-laboratory facility, we perform a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for coronary artery disease, heart muscle function and heart valve dysfunction.
As a Clinical Nurse III, you will assume responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. You will work in a fast-paced environment (Electrophysiology and Cardiac Catherization procedure rooms and Holding area). You will also be cross-trained to use your clinical competencies to circulate, monitor, scrub for invasive procedures for a population from neonate to geriatric. This role entails care of Cardiac patients from point of admission to discharge, including prolonged hours in a procedure setting with x-ray exposure. Responsibilities include: On-call coverage for emergency procedures evenings, nights, weekends with an expected 30-minute maximum response/arrival time.
QualificationsQualifications:Education:- Graduate of an accredited Nursing program required
- BSN strongly preferred
License/Certification:- Valid California RN License required
- ACLS from the American Heart Association required
- CCRN, CVRN, or RCIS specialty certification preferred (or obtain within one year of hire to maintain CN III status)
Experience:- 3 years of Acute Care Nursing experience required
- At least 1 year of Critical Care experience strongly recommended
- Experience in Special Procedures/Cardiac Cath Lab/EP preferred
- Experience preferred in diagnostic and therapeutic interventions with all patient populations for CN II or III qualification
- A minimum of 2 years of appropriate Cath Lab/EP experience required for CN III qualification, otherwise will be considered CN II.
