Electrophysiology Nurse RN

MyMichigan Health•Midland, MI

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This position cares for patients before, during and after their electrophysiology procedure, including Pacemaker, ICD, CRT, Leadless devices and SVT, AFIB, AV node, Aflutter, VT PVC ablations, lead extraction and Watchman procedures. This includes pre-procedure assessment, pre-medication, documentation of procedural process, post-procedure care and patient education.

Requirements

RN: Registered Nurse
ACLS certified.
Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.
BLS: Basic Life Support
Knowledge of nursing technique as normally acquired through completion of an associate's degree in nursing culminating in licensure as a RN.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes wearing lead and latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Nice To Haves

BSN is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs nursing care of the device implant, ablation, lead extraction and watchman patients
Assisting with scrubbing, circulating cases and sterically dropping supplies on procedural tray
Records all pertinent information appropriately the EMR
Managing operating systems, equipment and supplies (Cardiolab, Micropace, Claris)
Collaborates with physicians to provide a plan of care for each individualized patient.
Assists in other radiology/cardiology procedures as needed
Performs clinical functions as needed
Delegation and coordination of tasks and assignments of nursing care.
Assumes the responsibility for processional growth by seeking out educational opportunities and utilizing programs in the hospital
Precepts / mentors new employees and students
Employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health