Registered Nurse- Cardiac Cath Lab

Beloit Health System•Beloit, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Beloit Health System is seeking a Registered Nurse for immediate openings in their Cardiac Cath Lab at Beloit Memorial Hospital. This role is responsible for all aspects of nursing related to cardiac, peripheral, and electrophysiology procedures, EKG and stress lab exams, and special procedures including radiology procedures within a fast-paced, high-intensity unit. The Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse will collaborate closely with physicians, rad techs, other nurses, and a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
ADN, Diploma, BSN or MSN degree acceptable.
State of Wisconsin or multistate nursing licensure required. (Must request WI licensure within 30 days).
Must be BLS certified within three months of hire.
ACLS certification required within 6 months of hire.
Requires the ability to work independently, and to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply proper procedures to Beloit Health System policies.
Employee possesses the training, knowledge, and skills necessary to perform the following activities (evaluation, treatment, and patient care) for patients in one or more of the following age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
Successful completion of pre-placement physical examination.

Responsibilities

Ensures delivery of professional services.
Meets the physical and emotional needs of the patient.
Carries out physician orders.
Maintains neat and accurate records and completes documentation according to policy.
Responsible for all aspects of preparing and executing cardiac catheterizations, electrophysiology procedures, special procedures, stress and EKG exams, and all other exams performed in the department.
Performs unit specific duties according to established unit-based competencies.
Ensures patient safety while handling, transporting, and providing medications to patients; protects patients from various hazards, falls, disease exposure, etc.
Demonstrates ability to perform functions accurately and efficiently with computer software application appropriate to position.
Participates in patient and staff education.
Ensure continued professional growth and actively participates in Quality Improvement Program
Directly assist physician.
Completes other duties as assigned.