Registered Nurse - Invasive Cardiology

We are recruiting for a motivated Registered Nurse - Invasive Cardiology to join our team!

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Department

Invasive Cardiology

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Registered Nurse is a critical care nurse responsible for all aspects of safe patient care delivery for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs. This position provides direct patient nursing care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and within the policies, values and mission of Denver Health. This position participates in the overnight and weekend Invasive Cardiology call-pool as part of an emergency response team.

Adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Administration Scope and Standards of Practice (2015) to provide leadership with the nursing process. Utilize and support the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas as a part of his or her daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson caring Science Institute."

Essential Functions:

• Administers conscious sedation and/or other medications to support cardiovascular and electrophysiology cases within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies. (20%)

• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate in EMR and hemodynamic program. (20%)

• Operates complex specialty equipment within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs. (20%)

• Utilizes critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and ability to work with minimal supervision within scope of practice in a fast-paced procedural environment. (20%)

• Requires the individual to be flexible in their work schedule including but not limited to extended shifts and on-call per operational needs. Ability to arrive in thirty (30) min or less for after-hours call situations. (20%)

Education:

• Associate's Degree Nursing program required.

• Bachelor's Degree BSN preferred.

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Lab experience required

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• 2-3 years critical care/intensive care experience required.

Licenses:

• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and

• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to recognize and interpret cardiac arrhythmia.

• Ability to recognize and interpret normal and abnormal hemodynamic responses.

• In-depth knowledge of coronary and peripheral artery anatomy, as well as cardiac electrical pathways.
   

• Ability to operate complex specialty equipment within Invasive Cardiology Labs with demonstrated competencies

• Knowledge of techniques, methods and competencies of clinical nursing practices

• Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment

• Knowledge of standards, policies and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to nursing

• Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment

• Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations

• EPIC Skills or other EMR skill required.
  
  
  
  Proficiency with MS Office preferred.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$38.43 - $59.57 / hr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching