RN - Non-Invasive Cardiology (New Outpatient Cardiology Center)
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain—a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities.
About the Role
Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame, providing care via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. Supervises the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistants, Nurse Technicians, and Unit Clerks involved in patient care within the department.
Performs essential functions for Stress Testing, Transesophageal Echo, Cardioversion, Tilt Table Testing, Holter Monitor Scanning, Bubble Study, and EKG.
Schedule
- Scheduled weekly hours: 40
- Work shift: Monday - Friday (times to be determined)
- No nights, calls, holidays, or weekends
- Type: Part-Time | PRN
Requirements
- Current Louisiana RN licensure
- Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses (e.g., Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, American Red Cross). The ILCOR course must include a manikin check-off.
Physical Demands
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include:
- Standing, sitting, or walking for long periods of time
- Lifting at least 20 pounds
- Working with a moderate level of noise
Physical effort required:
- Constant (67%-100%): Hearing, seeing
- Frequently (34%-66%): Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking
- Occasionally (1%-33%): Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching