Registered Nurse (RN) - Cath Lab

Advocate Health • Chicago, IL

1d • $38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the Cardiac Cath Lab, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The role engages patients and families throughout the continuum of care, monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, mobilizes resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The nurse promotes a culture of safety, evaluates patient, team, and unit outcomes, and may safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols.

The role includes participation in unit councils, professional governance, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The nurse communicates effectively, gives and receives feedback, resolves conflict, delegates appropriately, maintains accurate and timely electronic health record documentation, and pursues professional development and required certifications. The position may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities in the designated service area. The nurse must provide age-appropriate care and apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

This position is part time, with a day-shift schedule of four 10-hour shifts. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. Benefits eligibility is listed as No; eligibility for programs described by the employer may depend on employment status or FTE.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active RN multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency operating computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and support 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to push and pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
• Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Ability to perform physical safety interventions, such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
• Licensed nurses providing telehealth, telenursing, or virtual services must be licensed or hold practice privileges in the state(s) where the client(s) are located and comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and standards of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

• Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
• Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
• Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
• Uphold and promote a culture of safety.
• Evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
• Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies when required, following clinical protocols and procedures.
• Communicate effectively, provide and receive feedback, resolve conflict, foster team collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
• Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
• Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
• Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
• Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required to meet patient care needs.
• Provide care appropriate to patients' ages and developmental needs, consistent with departmental policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Competitive compensation, premium pay for eligible shifts or on-call work, incentive pay for select positions, and potential annual performance-based increases.
• Career development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed