RN, South Hospital, Cath Lab, 6:30a-7p

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the C.V. Laboratory is responsible for delivering nursing care to the Patient, administering medications, observing for complications, and assisting the Physician during procedures.

• Utilizes the new CERNER platform for accurate charting.
• Checks email for corporate and department communications.
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Implements an age-appropriate plan of care.
• Attends required educational programs and KNOW modules.
• Documents medication administration with 100% accuracy.
• Ensures IV site patency.
• Completes nursing chart forms accurately.
• Monitors patient closely for complications.
• Supervises patient care pre- and post-procedure.
• Communicates with patient's family.
• Provides continuity of care post-procedure.
• Operates equipment accurately during procedures.
• Maintains stock supplies and charges for items used.
• Maintains professional demeanor.
• Participates in call schedule.
• Assists in delivering high-quality health care services.

Essential Functions

• Uses IV book to reference unfamiliar drugs.
• Checks narcotics wastage.
• Anticipates and assesses patient needs.
• Notifies physician and implements patient care.
• Supervises care post-procedure.
• Provides nursing care post-catheterization.
• Completes log book accurately.
• Maintains professional demeanor during procedures.
• Performs duties in an organized and efficient manner.
• Participates in call schedule.
• Assists in training students and new employees.
• Removes sheaths and maintains hemostasis.

Job Requirements

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Kentucky.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Minimum of two years of Cardiovascular Laboratory experience or two years of critical care experience.

Additional Job Description

• Strong customer service skills.
• Superior organization skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Skilled at remaining calm during stressful periods.
• Adequate conversational English proficiency.
• Basic computer skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of Sheath removal and maintaining hemostasis.