Cath Lab Nurse RN

Summary

This position cares for patients before, during and after angiography and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures. This position cares for Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients. This includes pre-procedure assessment, pre-medication, documentation of procedural process, post-procedure care and patient education.

Responsibilities

• (35%) *
• Performs nursing care of the cardiac catheterization, Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients.
• (35%) *
• Calculates cardiac output, performs hemodynamic monitoring, Procedural set up and operates lifesaving equipment such as intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella, etc. Transfers patients, stocks supplies and performs basic office procedures. Scrubbing cases.
• (15%) *
• Records all pertinent information on appropriate data sheets.
• (15%) *
• Assists Radiologic Technologists circulate cases, sterically drop procedural supplies on tray.
• OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborates with physicians to provide a plan of care for each individualized patient.
• Assists in other radiology/cardiology procedures as needed.
• Performs clinical functions as needed.
• Delegation and coordination of tasks and assignments of nursing care.
• Assumes the responsibility for processional growth by seeking out educational opportunities and utilizing programs in the hospital.
• Precepts / mentors new employees and students
• This position requires call.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft� Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING: Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Certifications and Licensures
• Credential: ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer
• Qualification Source: AHA
• Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support
• Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer
• Qualification Source: AHA
• Credential: RN: Registered Nurse
• Equivalent Experience: Knowledge of nursing technique as normally acquired through completion of an Associates degree in Nursing culminating in licensure as a RN. ACLS certified. Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 year�s experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
• Qualification Source: MI
• Required Education
• Education: ASSOC
• Equivalent Experience: Bachelor degree in nursing is preferred.
• Education Specialization: NRG
• Other Information
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING: Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes wearing lead and latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
• Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical Demand Level: Medium.
• Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.
• Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
• Education: ASSOC
• Equivalent Experience: Bachelor degree in nursing is preferred.
• Education Specialization: NRG
• Other Comments
• Credential: ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer
• Qualification Source: AHA
• Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support
• Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer
• Qualification Source: AHA
• Credential: RN: Registered Nurse
• Equivalent Experience: Knowledge of nursing technique as normally acquired through completion of an Associates degree in Nursing culminating in licensure as a RN. ACLS certified. Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
• Qualification Source: MI
• Essential: true

Responsibilities

• (35%) *
• Performs nursing care of the cardiac catheterization, Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients.
• (35%) *
• Calculates cardiac output, performs hemodynamic monitoring, Procedural set up and operates lifesaving equipment such as intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella, etc. Transfers patients, stocks supplies and performs basic office procedures. Scrubbing cases.
• (15%) *
• Records all pertinent information on appropriate data sheets.
• (15%) *
• Assists Radiologic Technologists circulate cases, sterically drop procedural supplies on tray.
• OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborates with physicians to provide a plan of care for each individualized patient.
• Assists in other radiology/cardiology procedures as needed.
• Performs clinical functions as needed.
• Delegation and coordination of tasks and assignments of nursing care.
• Assumes the responsibility for processional growth by seeking out educational opportunities and utilizing programs in the hospital.
• Precepts / mentors new employees and students
• This position requires call.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft� Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING: Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING: Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes wearing lead and latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
• Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical Demand Level: Medium.
• Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.