Cath Lab RN Days 15k Sign on Bonus

$15,000 sign-on bonus available for external candidates with a minimum of 2 years RN experience. Relocation assistance offered for eligible candidates relocating 50+ miles. Must be within a 30-minute call radius.

About the role

The Invasive Cardiology RN in the Cath Lab provides care for adult cardiology, electrophysiology, and vascular patients. This is a full-time position with a 4/10-hour day shift schedule. Call requirements include one day a week and one weekend every six weeks.

• Patient ratios: Cath/RP team comprised of RNs and Rad Techs working in 3-4 person teams to manage procedural patient care, collaborating with proceduralists and anesthesia providers.
• 5 total invasive cardiology labs, including 2 electrophysiology labs.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Clinical Judgment: Conducts accurate assessments, identifies and prioritizes patient and family needs, develops and implements nursing care plans, and evaluates outcomes.
• Clinical Inquiry: Evaluates nursing practice quality, supports evidence-based practice changes, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Caring Practices: Creates a safe, therapeutic environment; develops therapeutic relationships; manages pain; and incorporates patient and family differences into care plans.
• Advocacy and Moral Agency: Preserves patient confidentiality, autonomy, dignity, and rights; represents patient concerns; and helps resolve ethical and clinical issues.
• Facilitation of Learning: Educates patients, families, staff, and community; integrates health promotion and disease prevention; and documents learning needs and outcomes.
• Partnership: Collaborates with colleagues and community to implement care plans; delegates tasks appropriately and ensures follow-up.
• Systems Thinking: Uses problem-solving strategies considering safety, effectiveness, and efficiency; recognizes resource limitations.
• Professionalism: Improves nursing practice and work environment; participates in governance, decision-making, and staffing processes; pursues professional growth; and contributes to community service.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of high-level Cardiovascular ICU/CVICU and/or Cath Lab RN experience. ER candidates with 2 years of Level I Trauma experience will be considered.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within 30 days of hire.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program or 2 years of relevant work experience above minimum qualifications.

Skills

• Knowledge of nursing and patient care standards, procedures, and regulations.
• Understanding of medical terminology, health promotion, risk reduction, and disease prevention.
• Knowledge of medications, dosages, effects, and adverse reactions.
• Familiarity with medical ethics and patient privacy rights.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to observe and communicate changes in patient conditions.
• Proficiency in providing age-specific, patient-centered care and developing care plans.
• General computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic medical documentation, and scheduling systems.

Benefits

Benefits are designed to support well-being and include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual beginning on day 1.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and level.

Core Values

• We serve faithfully: Do what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle: Constantly strive for better.
• We are in it together: Support one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact: Take initiative and deliver exceptional experiences.

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, promoting the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.