Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab - Pre & Post

Job Summary

The Cardiac Catheterization Lab Pre and Post Registered Nurse is responsible for providing quality care to patients during the pre and post cardiac catheterization in accordance with department and hospital policy. The RN plans, directs, and coordinates the pre and post care of the cardiac catheterization patient. The RN performs procedures such as TEE, cardioversions, and loop recorders.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for a cardiac catheterization and EP cases.
• Reviews health history and medications.
• Notifies Cardiac interventionalist of any concerns with the patient.
• Cares for the Post Op cardiac catheterization and EP patients.
• Interprets 12 lead EKG.
• Performs TEE, cardioversions, and loop recorders according to hospital policy.
• Proficient in all clinical systems and data entry.
• Ensures individual patient’s rights including the right to confidentiality, privacy, dignity, safety, and comfort.
• Responds to cases of cardiopulmonary arrest, fire, disaster, or other emergencies in accordance with established procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for own professional development, setting goals and striving to achieve them through available resources, such as attending seminars, in-services, and reading journals.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BSN preferred and a minimum 3 years of direct experience caring for cardiac patients such as CCU or dedicated cardiac floor.
• ACLS certification required.
• Proficiency in 12 lead EKG interpretation required.
• R.I. State RN licensure required.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.