Clinical Nurse B-Cath Lab Hold

Loma Linda University Health•Murrieta, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse B-Cath Lab Holding, demonstrates basic competencies in cardiac non-invasive and invasive procedures and perianesthesia nursing for stable, unstable, and fragile patients. Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment. Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision and in accordance with Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta (LLUMC-Murrieta) established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as needed. Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care. Functions in a skills mix environment and effectively supervises and delegates tasks to a team of licensed and unlicensed staff in accordance with level of competency. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in cardiac procedural and perianesthesia nursing. Inspires and adopts the transformation of evidence into clinical practice to optimize patient outcomes. Provides a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes. Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
Minimum of one year experience in Cath Lab, ICU, or ED required.
Active California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
Other certifications required as listed in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care.
Demonstrates basic knowledge in cardiac procedural and peri-anesthesia nursing.
Exhibits solid understanding of cardiac conditions associated with healthy vs. unhealthy, pathologic heart function.
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in the specialty practice of procedural and peri-anesthesia nursing.
Basic knowledge of healthcare regulations and accreditation required.
Exhibits professional behavior at all times and works calmly and responds courteously when under pressure.
Able to speak, read and write legibly in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality.
Able to use computer, printer and software programs necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record, electronic event reporting program.
Able to troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
Able to perform technical patient care activities.
Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally with others.
Able to be assertive and consistent in following and enforcing policies.
Able to lead, supervise, teach and collaborate.
Able to accept direction.
Able to think critically.
Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Able to perform basic math functions.
Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
Able to organize and prioritize workload.
Able to problem solve.
Able to recall information with accuracy.
Able to pay close attention to detail.
Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care.
Able to discern temperature variances through touch.
Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone.
Able to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place.
Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written documents necessary to position.

Nice To Haves

Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates basic competencies in cardiac non-invasive and invasive procedures and perianesthesia nursing for stable, unstable, and fragile patients.
Utilizes discretion and independent judgment to prioritize, coordinate, provide and document direct and indirect age-specific and developmentally appropriate quality patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.
Performs the nursing process (assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation) with minimal supervision and in accordance with Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta (LLUMC-Murrieta) established Professional Practice Model (Duffy's Quality Caring Theory) to achieve proficient individualized physical, psychosocial and spiritual wellness and provide compassionate bereavement support as needed.
Meets qualifications, licensure, certifications and competencies as defined in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care.
Functions in a skills mix environment and effectively supervises and delegates tasks to a team of licensed and unlicensed staff in accordance with level of competency.
Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and exhibits self-motivation to continually expand knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in cardiac procedural and perianesthesia nursing.
Inspires and adopts the transformation of evidence into clinical practice to optimize patient outcomes.
Provides a positive influence to facilitate change and optimize patient satisfaction and outcomes.
Contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
Performs other duties as needed.