We are seeking an experienced Cath Lab Registered Nurse for a 13-week contract assignment at a 349-bed acute care teaching hospital and Level II Trauma Center in Poughkeepsie, NY.
Responsibilities
Provide nursing care throughout Cath Lab procedures, including admission, recovery, and discharge
Participate in diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures, including complex PCI
Provide pre- and post-procedure care for Cath Lab and EP patients
Administer IV medications and monitor patient response
Perform triage, phlebotomy, EKGs, vital signs, and cardiac monitoring
Provide wound care and assist with restraints when clinically appropriate
Maintain accurate clinical documentation using Cerner
Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary Cath Lab team
Follow all hospital safety, infection-control, and procedural protocols
Required Qualifications
Active New York State RN License
Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab procedural experience
Strong cardiac assessment and monitoring skills
Experience supporting diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures
Preferred Qualifications
Cath Lab experience involving admission, recovery, and discharge
Cath and EP pre/post experience
Ability and availability to participate in on-call coverage