Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Providence Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

 

Providence Medical Center, located near I-435 and Parallel Pkwy in Kansas City, Kansas, offers an extensive array of diagnostic and medical care. Key services include nationally recognized cardiovascular care, critical care, surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, pulmonary services, 24/7 emergency services and wound care center. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of Prime Healthcare.  For more information visit www.providencekc.com or call 913-596-4000.

 

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Responsibilities

We are seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse internally referred to as our Cath Lab RN at Providence Medical Center (Kansas City, KS), a member of Prime Healthcare. A Cath Lab RN is essential in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of cardiac catheterization procedures, contributing significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases specifically with the cardiac catheterization lab.

 

Shift’s Available:  Days (Monday thru Thursday)

Employment Type: Full Time

Hours: 7:30am – 5:00pm

 

** If you possess an ARRT certification and have experience as a Catheterization Laboratory Technologist (Cath Lab Tech) you are encouraged to apply.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• assess patients, obtain medical histories, perform physical exams, and prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures (Pre-Procedure Preparation)
• assist cardiologists during procedures such as angioplasties, stent placements, electrophysiological studies, and other cardiac interventions (Intra-Procedure Assistance)
• monitoring patient post-procedure for complications, provide post-procedure instructions, and ensuring patient stability before discharge or transfer to another unit
• operate and troubleshoot complex medical equipment used in the catheterization lab, such as hemodynamic monitors and other diagnostic tools
• quickly respond to any emergencies or complications that arise during procedures, such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, or bleeding
• accurately document all aspects of patient care, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure details, and post-procedure outcomes
• stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care and catheterization techniques

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• active state Registered Nursing (RN) License required
• current BCLS (AHA), ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current; required
• one (1) year clinical experience in a Cardiovascular Lab doing cardiac work or in a Critical Care area; required

 

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