RN-Cardiac Cath Lab

Company: Prisma Health Upstate
Location: Columbia
Posted on: October 17, 2020

Job Description:

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Job SummaryProvides clinical direction for all aspects of patient care, specifically diagnostic and interventional Cardiovascular procedures. Supports the procedural team as circulator providing moderate sedation, scrubbing with the physician table side or monitoring and documenting the case. Maintains competency in each role, utilizing evidence-based practices and research consistent with an acute care registered nurse. Performs procedures effectively during call back. Exercises appropriate judgement utilizing resources.Accountabilities

Incumbents may be required to perform other job related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. The following is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. This list of essential duties and responsibilities is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed.

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• Patient Assessment - Completes direct patient pre-procedure assessment for sedation. Reports and documents findings. Gathers pertinent records needed for procedures such as: History and Physical, Lab reports, and Medication Record. Anticipates and/or predicts changes and modifies any care delivered to best meet the needs of the patient. - 15%
• Circulating - Completes and maintains annual departmental competencies. Performs inpatient/outpatient treatment procedures and physician orders. Operates applicable hospital equipment. Takes immediate and appropriate action in life threatening emergencies and/ or crisis situations. Adheres to radiation safety guidelines. Performs point of care testing. - 15%
• Communication - Communicates appropriately. Functions as a team player demonstrating willingness to help whenever necessary, displaying a positive image of the department and Prisma Health. Utilizes SBAR communication tools. Ensures physician is informed of all pertinent patient information. - 5%
• Documentation - Follows Prisma Health guidelines for nursing documentation. Performs sedation documentation per Prisma Health policy. Creates and maintains Cath Lab/ Mac lab patient records in Epic EMR. Documents procedures and patient care which reflect treatment. - 10%
• Education - Ensures that the patient understands and consents to procedures to be performed; contact physician performing procedure as needed. Ensures that the patient and family are well informed; fulling explaining time frames to family members. Maintains BLS/ACLS certification. - 10%
• Organizational Skill - Demonstrates organizational ability by using time/equipment/resources effectively. Recognizes/analyzes/solves problems. Anticipates needs of physicians. - 10%
• Equipment Responsibilities - Proper care and cleaning of patient equipment and all items in procedure room. Maintenance and stocking of supplies for smooth operation of department. - 5%
• Scrub Role - Proper care and cleaning of patient equipment and all items in procedure room. Maintenance and stocking of supplies for smooth operation of department. - 20%
• Hemodynamic Monitoring Role - responsible for accurate and timely documentation of events of the case. Interpretation and management of Hemodynamic monitoring. Anticipates potential issues and demonstrates clinical assessment and intervention, notifying physician and team of alterations in hemodynamics. Accurately charges procedures. - 10%
  
  Supervisory/Management Responsibility
  
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  • This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.
    
    Minimum Requirements
    
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    • Associate's Degree- Nursing; BSN preferred.
    • 2 Years- Critical Care or prior CCL experience.
      
      Required Licensures/Registrations/Certifications
      
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      • SC Licensed RN - Registered Nurse
        
        In Lieu Of The Above Minimum Requirements
        
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        • BSN and 1 year of Critical Care or CCL
          
          Other Required Skills and Experience
          
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          • Basic Computer Skills
          • BLS, ACLS- Required
          • RCIS- Preferred
            
            Work ShiftDay (United States of America)LocationRichlandFacility1510 Richland HospitalDepartment15107137 Cardiac CatheterizationShare your talent with us! Our vision is simple: to transform healthcare for the benefits of the communities we serve. The transformation of healthcare requires talented individuals in every role here at Prisma Health.

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