Role Summary: The Cardiac Cath RN provides primary nursing support in a specialized cardiac catheterization setting, working closely with interventional Cardiologists and Electrophysiologists.
Key Responsibilities: Triage patient calls, obtain and document medical histories, assist in diagnostic procedures, collect laboratory specimens, administer medications, and monitor diagnostic equipment.
Educate patients about their conditions and treatments, prepare procedure rooms, and ensure proper aseptic techniques.
Handle IV insertions, regulation, and discontinuation, and support day-to-day clinic activities.
The RN may also participate in On-Call duties, with a response time of 30 minutes for acute heart attack care.
Qualifications & Skills: Graduation from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing is required. Experience with Telemetry, ED, or ICU is preferred but not mandatory. Strong teamwork, communication, and clinical skills are essential.
Additional Details: This union position involves a typical 40-hour week, with responsibilities in a clinical environment, adhering to organizational policies and safety standards.