AHSA / UnityPoint- Finley Hospital
RN - Cath Lab
AHSA / UnityPoint- Finley Hospital, Dubuque, Iowa, United States, 52001
Details
Client Name AHSA / UnityPoint- Finley Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Cath Lab Job ID 30026306 Job Title RN - Cath Lab Weekly Pay $2906.0
Shift Details
Shift 10H Days Scheduled Hours 40
Job Order Details
Start Date 01/20/2025 End Date 04/21/2025 Duration 13 Week(s)
Job Description Job Title : Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Summary :
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Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN)
provides specialized care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. Cath Lab RNs play a crucial role in the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of patients undergoing procedures such as angiograms, angioplasties, stent placements, and other cardiovascular interventions. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Key Responsibilities :
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab (Cath Lab) during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. Prepare and assist patients before, during, and after cardiovascular procedures, ensuring the safe administration of medications and sedation. Monitor patients' vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic status during procedures, utilizing advanced monitoring equipment. Collaborate with physicians, interventional cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient procedural care. Assist in the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of cardiac catheters, imaging equipment, and other medical devices. Administer medications, including sedation and pain management, as prescribed for procedures such as angioplasty and stent placement. Educate patients and their families on procedure preparation, post-procedure care, and recovery expectations. Monitor patients for complications, such as bleeding, arrhythmias, or hemodynamic instability, and provide immediate intervention as needed. Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, procedures, and interventions, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical education, and professional development related to cardiac care. Provide emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns regarding procedures and recovery. Qualifications :
Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted. Licensure : Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Certification : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) certification preferred.
Client Details
Address 350 N Grandview Ave City Dubuque State IA Zip Code 52001
Client Name AHSA / UnityPoint- Finley Hospital Job Type Travel Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty Cath Lab Job ID 30026306 Job Title RN - Cath Lab Weekly Pay $2906.0
Shift Details
Shift 10H Days Scheduled Hours 40
Job Order Details
Start Date 01/20/2025 End Date 04/21/2025 Duration 13 Week(s)
Job Description Job Title : Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN)
Job Summary :
A
Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN)
provides specialized care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. Cath Lab RNs play a crucial role in the preparation, monitoring, and recovery of patients undergoing procedures such as angiograms, angioplasties, stent placements, and other cardiovascular interventions. They collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Key Responsibilities :
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab (Cath Lab) during diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. Prepare and assist patients before, during, and after cardiovascular procedures, ensuring the safe administration of medications and sedation. Monitor patients' vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic status during procedures, utilizing advanced monitoring equipment. Collaborate with physicians, interventional cardiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and efficient procedural care. Assist in the setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of cardiac catheters, imaging equipment, and other medical devices. Administer medications, including sedation and pain management, as prescribed for procedures such as angioplasty and stent placement. Educate patients and their families on procedure preparation, post-procedure care, and recovery expectations. Monitor patients for complications, such as bleeding, arrhythmias, or hemodynamic instability, and provide immediate intervention as needed. Maintain accurate documentation of patient assessments, procedures, and interventions, ensuring compliance with clinical standards and regulatory requirements. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical education, and professional development related to cardiac care. Provide emotional support to patients and families, addressing concerns regarding procedures and recovery. Qualifications :
Education : Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted. Licensure : Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
Certification : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL) certification preferred.
Client Details
Address 350 N Grandview Ave City Dubuque State IA Zip Code 52001