What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN, Cath Lab position at CarolinaEast Health System?
JOB SUMMARY: Performs the patient care aspect of diagnostic and interventional Cardiac Cath/EP lab procedures. Preps and recovers patient pre/post cath. Performs moderate sedation and records vital signs. Maintains continuity of care for patients while they are in the cardiac cath lab, prepares charts for procedures. Operate POC testing as required. The Cardiac Cath Registered Nurse must be able to maintain calm while being effective and accurate in critical situations, foster an environment of collaboration and respect, and maintains a positive approach to working in a fast paced environment. Must take emergency call with a 30 minute response time.
About CarolinaEast Health System
CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate from an approved School of Professional Nursing.
- Licensed by the North Carolina Board of Nursing and two (2) years’ experience as a CriticalCare Nurse preferred.
- Maintain current BLS certification.
- ACLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment and maintain current.
- The Registered Nurse must possess the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on this unit.
- The individual must demonstrate the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements *The Essential and Non-Essential functions of the job are listed because of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The breakout of these different functions will not impact the Wage and Salary program, relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the departments policies and procedures.
- Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.
** Sign on bonus of $20,000.00 for qualified, full time candidates
** Relocation up to $7,000.00 for full time candidates per HR guidelines
