Job Description

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology (EP) Lab Holding Area provides specialized nursing care for patients undergoing cardiac procedures. This role includes pre-procedure preparation, post-procedure recovery, and Phase I/II PACU-level care for patients with cardiac and vascular conditions. The nurse performs patient assessments, education, procedural support, hemodynamic monitoring, and manages acute and non-acute clinical situations in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment focused on exceptional patient outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Perform patient assessments and provide education related to cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology procedures.
• Support procedural activities and assist during cardiac interventions.
• Monitor hemodynamic status and manage moderate sedation recovery.
• Provide Phase I/II PACU-level care in pre- and post-procedure settings.
• Manage acute and non-acute clinical situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• At least 2 years of recent experience in Cath Lab and/or EP Lab.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification.
• Current ACLS (AHA) certification.
• Telemetry monitoring skills.
• Experience in CVICU or cardiac care preferred.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Recent experience in Cath Lab and EP Lab procedures.
• Familiarity with EPIC electronic health record system in cardiac specialty.

Special Considerations:

• Work involves care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary cardiac procedural environment.
• Must be able to manage moderate sedation and hemodynamic monitoring.
• Occasional weekend shifts may be required based on unit needs.

Scheduling:

• 40 hours per week, working four 10-hour straight night shifts.
• Shift schedule primarily consists of straight nights with potential occasional weekends.

Job Tags

Shift work, Night shift

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