Electrophysiology RN - Cath lab

Billings Clinic•Billings, MT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Electrophysiology RN works in the Cath Lab at Billings Clinic Hospital under general supervision. The role uses the nursing process—including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—and theoretical and clinical skills to promote and maintain health. The nurse applies evidence-based practices consistent with national standards, supports quality outcomes, and is accountable for the quality of nursing care while directing the plan of care professionally. The position requires a minimum of an associate degree and an RN license at hire. Cath lab, critical care, or telemetry experience is required. Nurses with fewer than five years of Registered Nursing experience must complete a BSN within four years of hire. The nurse must complete orientation modules and ACLS certification within one year of hire or employment, respectively.

Requirements

Minimum of a two-year associate degree.
RN license required at hire.
Experience in a Cath lab, critical care, or telemetry unit.
Complete all orientation modules within one year of hire.
Complete ACLS certification within one year of employment.
Candidates with fewer than five years of Registered Nursing experience must complete a BSN within four years of hire; candidates with five or more years of Registered Nursing experience may waive this requirement.

Responsibilities

Develop and carry out goal-directed patient care plans using a holistic approach and evidence-based nursing practices.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to provide care appropriate to patient needs.
Ensure patient medical records are complete, accurate, and entered in a timely manner in accordance with documentation guidelines and departmental policies and procedures.
Follow Billings Clinic safety standards, policies, and practices; anticipate and identify problems or safety issues and take appropriate action.
Maintain relevant skills and knowledge, including the use of commonly used equipment and understanding pharmacology and laboratory values related to disease processes and physiological status.
Use evidence-based practice supported by nursing research within the specialty area.
Apply performance-improvement principles to assess and improve the quality of patient or resident care.
Incorporate the Magnet Model to help transform the work environment and quality of nursing care.
Take responsibility for professional growth and development and complete system and departmental education requirements.
Communicate collaboratively, supportively, and caringly with patients’ families, visitors, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Consider patient population-specific needs when determining appropriate care.