Fort Wayne, IN30+ days ago
JOB SUMMARY: Under the immediate direction of the Nurse Manager, Cardiac Catheterization, assists physician and medical team in preparing patients for and performing interventional procedures; i.e., left and right heart catheterizations, heart biopsies, angioplasties (coronary and peripheral), atherectomies, coronary ultrasounds, interaortic balloon pump insertions, coronary stent procedures, electrophysiology procedures and valvoplasties. Unit specific knowledge required within six months of employment: must have acquired a working knowledge of cardiac and electrophysiology invasive and non-invasive procedures utilizing related equipment for cardiac patients including interaortic balloon pump, stents, ultrasound, PTCA balloons, technical radiological support, scrubbing, and supportive intervention for patient support.