What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cath Lab Nurse (Cath Lab RN) position at AMN Healthcare?
Cath Lab RN’s assist in Cardiac Procedures in which a wire is threaded from the patient’s hip to their heart. It is important that they know what all of the equipment is, including stents, balloons, and wires. They are constantly running back and forth to provide equipment needed for the procedure, and work 1:1 with the doctors. Cath Lab RN’s work at hospitals in the procedure room (like a small OR) providing the physician with the proper instruments (collecting them and opening them). Outside of the room taking pictures and reporting to the Physician.
Education/Requirements:
*Per Diem Shifts Available Recent Experience Required.
Education/Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education
- Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education
- You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN.
- RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
- ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available Recent Experience Required.
