Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab

Advocate Health•Concord, NC

1d•$38 - $57

About The Position

The Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Cath Lab provides nursing care across the continuum, using the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and works with the care team to support patient outcomes and safety. The role includes maintaining accurate and timely electronic health record documentation and may involve administering medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols. The nurse contributes to quality improvement and professional governance, communicates effectively with patients, families, and colleagues, and delegates appropriately to other nurses and support personnel. The position requires age-appropriate care, ethical practice, ongoing professional development, and the ability to respond quickly to changing patient or unit conditions. The nurse may be asked to float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. This is a full-time position requiring 40 hours per week, scheduled as four 10-hour shifts Monday through Friday, with rotating call in the Cath Lab. The listed pay range is $38.20–$57.30. The work may involve exposure to hazardous materials, blood and body fluids, and communicable diseases; protective equipment must be worn as necessary. Physical abilities testing may be required.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.
Active registered nurse (RN) multistate compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, one 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 with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the 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, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient and unit conditions.
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary when exposed to chemical or hazardous waste, blood and body fluids, or communicable disease.

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 patient 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.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely according to clinical protocols and procedures when required.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Follow the ANA Code of Ethics, use ethical decision-making, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate, timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs, following departmental policies and procedures.