Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse

We are looking for a Registered Nurse to join the team in our Cardiac Cath Lab.

The Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse is a clinical practitioner who coordinates and implements patient care specific to the age of the patient population served on the assigned units. The Registered Nurse ensures that quality care is provided in an efficient and safe manner, consistent with the unit’s standards of care. This individual demonstrates performance consistent with the mission, philosophy and goals of the unit and organization; demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice; and treats stall, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.

A $3,000 Sign-on Bonus and up to a $5,000 Relocation Bonus are available.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Obtains and records initial assessment and establishes priorities according to patient age, symptoms and psychosocial needs.

Re-assesses patients systematically to identify progress and trends that require intervention.

Develops and implements a measurable individualized plan of care for the patient within the timeframe established by Nursing Standards of Care.

Makes comprehensive nursing decisions based on the interpretation of facts and evaluations of patient outcomes; modifies the plan of care based upon the evaluations.

Participates in patient/significant other health education and discharge planning.

Implements and documents timely interventions appropriate to patient needs.

Evaluates the plan of care.

Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.

Utilizes effective communication strategies, which result in intended outcomes.

Delegates unit work assignments appropriately to ensure completion of required patient care support activities.

Coordinates team assignments and makes adjustments based upon patient and unit needs; follows up on delegated patient care tasks for quality and completeness.

Utilizes the appropriate chain of command for resolution of difficult issues.

Participates in orientation of new staff/students on the unit.

Functions as a resource to visitors, physicians and staff; greeting them promptly and courteously.

Promotes a positive work environment as evidenced by demonstrating a professional, supportive attitude for the unit staff.

Being receptive and responsive to new ideas.

Participates in the unit’s growth and development through various mechanisms to improve organizational performance.

Collaborates by working with others to achieve unit and organizational goals.
Job Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for Registered Nursing,

Current New Mexico RN license, or current Compact State license.

BLS Certification required.

Current knowledge and skills appropriate to age/type of patient population served.

Knowledgeable of and sensitive to patients’ rights in the delivery of care.

Communicates in a clear concise manner appropriate to the developmental age of the patient.