Nurse RN | Cath Lab (4/10s with call) | Full Time | Days

UF Health • Jacksonville, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs diversified technical and clinical responsibilities in the cardiac catheterization laboratory. Provides nursing care to patients utilizing the nursing process; performs technical nursing functions; and upholds the standard of practice of a professional nurse in caring for patients. The Registered Nurse is expected to perform all staff nurse activities.

Requirements

• Associate's degree.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed to practice nursing in the State of Florida
• BLS from the American Heart Association is required
• ACLS from the American Heart Association is required
• NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) is required within 30 days of hire or transfer for team members working at the St Johns location. Must be issued through Blue Cloud, Apex Innovations, or American Heart Assoc.
• 1-2 years Critical Care experience

Nice To Haves

• BSN degree from an accredited school of nursing within three (3) years of hire or transfer into the position (for new hires effective June 14, 2017).
• BSN
• CCRN
• Professional Certification
• Invasive Lab experience
• CCU experience
• ER experience
• ICU experience

Responsibilities

• Perform sheath removals as needed.
• Transport patients using cath lab protocols.
• Be familiar with cardiac medications and complications.
• Ability to lead patient care with team members.
• Complete annually unit based competencies.
• Perform patient education.
• Maintain supply control in unit.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Good verbal communication.
• Ability to uphold professional communication with other units within facility.
• Administer conscious sedation.
• Able to take call time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree