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Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Cath Lab/IR
Nashville, TNPosted 1 weeks ago
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Job Description
Description
Nashville General Hospital is hiring for a Full Time Day Shift, Registered Nurse (RN), Cardiac Cath Lab/IR in Nashville, Tennessee
The Cath Lab/IR RN is primarily responsible for the care of patients in the pre-and post-procedural phases of Cardiac Services and Interventional Radiology. The nurse must possess comprehensive knowledge of pre-intra-and post- procedural care of cardiac patients, including conscious sedation, airway management, pain and comfort assessment and intervention, as well as an understanding of hemodynamics and treat of hemodynamically unstable patients. The nurse must demonstrate the ability to work independently, function effectively within a team, and collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment.
As a Cardiac Cath Lab/IR RN you will:
- Demonstrate professional conduct, effective communication, and a collaborative spirit in interactions with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintain flexibility with patient assignments, shift assignments and work schedule.
- Float to other patient care areas per operational needs.
- Responds appropriately to both real and simulated emergency situations and demonstrates working knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Performs pre- and post-procedure patient assessment and monitoring according to the provider orders.
- Prioritizes and carries out nursing actions, adapting care to meet the patient-specific needs.
- Carries out assigned nursing action, establishing priorities and adapting actions to meet patient's need
- Administers prescribed medication with knowledge of indications expected actions, and potential adverse reactions.
- Recognizes, documents, and reports changes in patient’s health status and alerts appropriate nurse of provider in a timely manner.
- Compare patient responses to expected outcomes and make necessary adjustments
- Remains proficient in identifying cardiac arrhythmias and initiates appropriate interventions.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree program in Nursing Preferred.
- Current Licensure or permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee or compact state. BLS required. ACLS preferred
- Two years of experience in an acute care area (Preferably Cath Lab) is required. Will consider ICU experienced nurses with post cardiac care experience.
About Nashville General Hospital
Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community-based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community
Our benefits include:
- Metro Health Incentive Program - Access to high quality healthcare without incurring out-of-pocket expenses.
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Short and Long-Term Disability - up to 60% of eligible weekly pay
- Life Insurance - Metro provides you with basic life and AD&D coverage at no cost to you.
- Retirement Plan- eligible up to IRS max limits and includes company contribution.
- Shift and Weekend Differential Pay Offered on Nights and Weekends
- Tuition Reimbursement for Employee and Dependents
- Up to 12 paid holidays each Year
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Free Parking for all employees
- HRSA eligible Employer (Loan Forgiveness Program)
Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
We are an E-Verify employer.
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