Registered Nurse Catheterization Laboratory

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Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 10- hour shifts - 7:00am – 5:30pm (4-shifts per week)

Location: St Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, MO

 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/   

 

We are seeking a Registered Nurse Catheterization Laboratory, sometimes referred to as a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory RN, Cardiac RN or Cath Lab RN. A Cath Lab RN is essential in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of cardiac catheterization procedures, contributing significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases specifically with the cardiac catheterization lab.

Responsibilities:

**If you have experience in the Cath Lab or have experience in critical care areas such as ICU, ER/ED or other critical care units, you are encouraged to apply!

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Assess patients, obtain medical histories, perform physical exams, and prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures (Pre-Procedure Preparation)
• Assist cardiologists during procedures such as angioplasties, stent placements, electrophysiological studies, and other cardiac interventions (Intra-Procedure Assistance)
• Monitoring patient post-procedure for complications, provide post-procedure instructions, and ensuring patient stability before discharge or transfer to another unit
• Operate and troubleshoot complex medical equipment used in the catheterization lab, such as hemodynamic monitors and other diagnostic tools
• Quickly respond to any emergencies or complications that arise during procedures, such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, or bleeding
• Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure details, and post-procedure outcomes
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care and catheterization techniques

Qualifications:

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: 

• Active state Registered Nursing (RN) license required
• Current BCLS (AHA), ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current; required
• One (1) year of clinical experience in a cardiovascular lab doing cardiac work or in a critical care area is required

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN); preferred

 

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