RN-Cath Lab at Forrest General Hospital – Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the Cath Lab Manager or Patient Care Coordinator and in accordance with approved policy, assists the cardiologist and/or surgeon involved in all procedures performed in the Cath Lab. The Cath Lab Nurse is responsible for quality patient care of patients during the Cath procedure. The Cath Lab Nurse functions as part of the Cath Lab team performing not only patient care functions but hemodynamic monitoring and scrub nurse duties. Accepts other responsibilities as are delegated by the Manager/PCC to assure optimum patient care. Share emergency call as assigned. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed.

Performance Expectations

Performance expectations will be covered in the orientation and perfected phases of your orientation to your job.

• Demonstrate the ability to care for patients throughout the pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure phases of care
• Successfully complete the Moderate Sedation Certification class along with ACLS and demonstrate the aptitude for safely administering moderate sedation along with identifying and treating any potential related complications
• Demonstrate the aptitude for assisting anesthesia as needed throughout the procedure
• Demonstrate the aptitude for assisting with all procedures in any needed role including but not limited to: hemodynamic monitoring, procedure documentation, moderate sedation administration/monitoring, and directly assisting physician at scrub table
• Demonstrate the technical aptitude for dealing with and troubleshooting multiple pieces of Cath lab equipment including but limited to EKG monitors, hemodynamic monitors, procedure tables, hemochron, Doppler, avoimeter
• Demonstrate the technical aptitude to maintain proper sterile techniques for procedures and ensures compliance with infection control procedures
• Demonstrates the ability to provide accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures with correct entry of charges at the time service is delivered
• Demonstrate the ability to safely minimize exposure to radiation using shielding and distance
• Promote a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that collaborates with multi-disciplinary members in achieving optimal department results
• Demonstrate the technical/cognitive ability to proficiently perform in the scrub role/RN role on all basic Cath lab procedures including but not limited to: RHC/LHC, basic PCI, LINQ, IABP, Aortagram, closure devices, device prep. Verification of this proficiency by PCC, Cath Lab Director, and Cath Lab Medical Director. (Exception of Pre-Cath Nurse)

Qualifications:

Education/Skills

Graduate of a recognized non-online RN program required.

Work Experience:

Cardiac/Telemetry experience required. ICU/ED/Critical Care experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Within 90 Days of Employment

Required

• Moderate Sedation

Within 90 Days of Employment

Required

• Telemetry Nurse Education

Within 90 Days of Employment

Preferred

Mental Demands:

Ability to perform as a team member, cooperate with others, follow directions precisely,

demonstrate initiative, set priorities, and function under stress.