Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Cath Lab

This position involves providing nursing care in a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory environment. The Registered Nurse will perform a variety of tasks, including circulating and monitoring diagnostic and interventional procedures related to coronary, peripheral, pacemakers, and AICDs.

Shift Details

• Shift Type: Days
• Shift Length: 10 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the Cath Lab as a Registered Nurse
• Education:
  • Associate Degree in Nursing or completion of a Nursing Diploma program (required)
  • Bachelor’s in Nursing (preferred)
• Licensure:
  • Current, valid Arizona Registered Nurse license or compact state RN license
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
• ECG competency upon hire

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively under the direction of the physician to provide nursing care in accordance with nursing standards and regulations.
• Utilize the nursing process to conduct ongoing assessments of patients’ health needs and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing care plans based on patient assessment data.
• Foster a compassionate and patient-centered environment in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
• Assist in the orientation and training of new staff members as necessary.
• Practice evidence-based care to enhance patient outcomes, prevent healthcare-acquired conditions, and minimize hospital readmissions.
• Adhere to infection control policies and practice standard precautions during patient care.
• Collect comprehensive patient health data and establish nursing diagnoses based on assessment findings.
• Implement patient education involving family and significant others as appropriate.
• Continuously evaluate patients’ responses and the effectiveness of nursing interventions, making adjustments as necessary.

Additional Notes

• This position requires working with specialized equipment including GE Maclab documentation and the Pyxis medication system.
• Please note that this position has specific location requirements and may involve non-billable orientation hours.
• Flexibility, patience, and a calm demeanor in emergency situations are essential traits for success in this role.