Cath Lab RN at Kootenai Health – Coeur d'Alene, Idaho

RN Cath Lab

Job Code: 28373

Position Summary

Evaluates, plans, implements, and documents nursing care for the Cath lab patient population.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for professional interactions with multiple departments to ensure safe patient care

• A wide degree of creativity, latitude and critical thinking is expected

• Position requires on-call availability on a regular basis for evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

• The ability to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of a call in is a requirement

• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• BSN required

• Previous Cath Lab or ICU experience preferred

• Graduate of a nationally accredited Nursing program required

• Licensed RN with a minimum 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire, ADN or diploma required; BSN or higher preferred

• All non-BSN RN's with less than 3 years’ patient-facing RN experience at time of hire are required to be enrolled in a baccalaureate (or higher) degree program in nursing within 1 year of employment, with completion within 3 years of hire

• State of Idaho Registered Nurse OR licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure OR current RN licensure from a state participating in the “multistate privilege to practice” compact with Idaho prior to start date

• Previous experience in a Cath lab, critical care, or emergency room setting is required. Equivalent procedural experience may be considered at the discretion of the hiring manager

• Competency in procedural sedation, cardiac medication administration, and cardiac monitoring are required

• Confidence in reporting to physician changes in patient status and needs to care for patients in potentially emergent situations are essential

• BLS Required. Current AHA Healthcare provider, American Red Cross, AHA Health Saver or KH BLS during General Orientation

• ACLS Required

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs

• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position

• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment

• Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

• Must be able to assist in patient transfer

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility. Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we'll help you pay for it

Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.

Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials

An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching

Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more

Robust and interactive employee referral program

And much more

Kootenai Health provides exceptional support for extraordinary careers. If you want to work on a high-quality, person-centered healthcare team, we can't wait to meet you!

Apply today! Please contact the HR Front Desk at 208-625-4620 or email careers@kh.org  with any questions.

Kootenai Health complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. Kootenai Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.