Cardiovascular Nurse Specialist

1 week ago

Providence, Rhode Island, United States Lifespan Full time
Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Cardiovascular Laboratory Manager, this Registered Nurse will assist physicians performing cardiac catheterizations and other cardiovascular procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care and experience working in a fast-paced cath lab environment.

Responsibilities
  • Set up the laboratory prior to procedures, ensuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are available.
  • Review patient medical records and evaluate relevant data, including laboratory reports, allergies, baseline vital signs, and current medications.
  • Prepare and position patients for procedures, explaining the process and alleviating any anxieties.
  • Assist technologists in positioning patients and maintaining a sterile field during procedures.
  • Monitor patients' emotional and medical status during procedures, alerting physicians to any abnormalities.
  • Maintain accurate records of procedures, including patients' conditions, medications administered, and tests performed.
  • Assist physicians throughout procedures, including administering medications, injecting contrast media, handling catheters and guide wires, and drawing blood samples.
  • Participate in emergency procedures, including CPR, establishing airways, administering medications, and defibrillating patients as necessary.
  • Apply dressings as needed, summarize nursing notes, and continue to observe patients for post-operative complications.
  • Document procedures in accordance with policy and procedure.
  • Arrange for patient discharge and transfer, communicating patient status to receiving units.
  • May perform some duties of technologists, including operating equipment such as contrast injectors, cardiac output computers, and cameras.
  • Meet and maintain credential, experience, and computer requirements.
  • Participate in research activities and serve as a preceptor as assigned.
  • Maintain established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, as well as objectives for quality improvement, environmental, and standard precaution infection control.
Requirements
  • Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact agreement of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
  • Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of Rhode Island.
  • BLS (American Heart Association) certification required.
  • ACLS certification required.
  • Professional expertise and analytical ability to evaluate patients' conditions, plan, and carry out professional nursing care.
  • Ability to monitor patients' status.
  • Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients and work as part of a team.
  • Ability to work under pressure and respond to emergencies.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of the aging process, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each stage of the care process.
Experience

3 years of RN experience in critical care or cath lab preferred. Candidates with at least 3 years of congruent critical care experience (e.g., AEMT, AEMT-C, Paramedic, RCIS) will also be considered.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements
  • Physical ability for considerable standing with lead apron, walking during procedures, and carrying supplies and equipment.
  • Some exposure to low-level radiation from x-ray equipment, infection from blood samples, shock hazards from high voltage cables, and physical effort in the form of lifting and pushing equipment.
  • Hazards and chance of illness or injury are minimized with strict observance of safety procedures.
Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

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