Registered Nurse (RN) or Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist (RCIS) - Cath Lab - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Registered Nurse or Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist works in the Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Lab at Roper Hospital. The role delivers patient care through assessment, care planning, treatment, and evaluation, and coordinates patient teaching and care with members of the health team. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on days, working four 10-hour shifts from 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with a rotating day off. Call is required.

In collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team, the RN conducts initial and ongoing assessments, analyzes assessment data, creates and implements plans of care, and evaluates treatment effectiveness. The RN administers medications in accordance with applicable practice standards and organizational policies, coordinates care across hospital departments, advocates for patient safety, participates in departmental quality improvement, and incorporates the professional practice model into care delivery.

The posting describes separate education and credential requirements for RN and RCIS candidates. RN candidates need a valid nursing license and an associate degree in nursing or a nursing diploma; a BSN is preferred. RCIS candidates must meet the specified education and active registration and certification requirements. The employer offers a range of benefits, with availability varying by market and employment status.

Requirements

• Seeking at least 1 year of prior RN experience.
• RN candidates must hold a valid nursing license in the state of practice.
• RN candidates must have an associate degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing.
• RN candidates must have American Heart Association BLS Basic Life Support at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; at BSMH it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care.
• RCIS candidates must graduate from an accredited cardiovascular science school or an accredited radiologic technology school, or meet the education provisions to obtain RCIS through CCI and the SC Board of Medical Examiners and already have those credentials.
• RCIS candidates must maintain active Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist registration with the SC Board of Medical Examiners and active RCIS certification through Cardiovascular Credentialing International.
• RCIS candidates must maintain active American Heart Association BLS and ACLS for Healthcare Provider certifications.
• RT candidates must also be registered in Radiologic Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Skills include contemporary nursing practice; nursing judgment based on biological, physical, behavioral, and social sciences; application of the nursing process; care coordination and evaluation; health teaching and promotion; patient advocacy; interprofessional collaboration and leadership; use of office and clinical technologies; evidence-based practice and quality improvement; professional accountability; resource stewardship; conflict management and resilience; and delegation with accountability for outcomes.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) for RN candidates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team.
• Analyze assessment data, create a plan of care, implement treatment, and evaluate its effectiveness.
• Administer medications safely in accordance with the State of Practice and organizational policies and procedures.
• Coordinate patients’ care across hospital departments.
• Coordinate, provide, and direct patient teaching activities.
• Act as a patient safety advocate and participate in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
• Incorporate the professional practice model into care delivery.
• Coordinate care provided by health team members.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

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