Cath Lab Registered Nurse Full-time Days SIGN ON BONUS

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The role coordinates and delivers high-quality care according to established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to support effective outcomes in a compassionate environment for patients and families. The Cath Lab RN supports comprehensive percutaneous cardiac care and procedures including structural heart care, ECMO, and peripheral vascular interventions. In the four-room Cath Lab, including two hybrid rooms, the RN prepares patients, assists cardiologists during catheterization, monitors patients during procedures, manages equipment and supplies, responds to complications, and provides post-procedure care. The facility has chest-pain and Cath Lab accreditation. The schedule is full-time days, 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with call one day per week and every sixth weekend; weekends and holidays are worked only when on call.

Requirements

State RN license and/or compact-state RN licensure required.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
Cath Lab or critical-care background required.
Strong knowledge of the nursing process and clinical nursing practices.
Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively.
Proficiency in administering medications and monitoring for side effects.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documenting patient care.
Knowledge of safety standards, infection control, and quality-improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification preferred.
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification preferred.
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation) certification preferred.
Certification for TAVR from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in accordance with organizational policies, protocols, and the nursing process.
Assess patients thoroughly, document findings accurately, and report changes in condition to appropriate care team members.
Provide age-appropriate care and education using knowledge of human growth and development.
Administer prescribed medications, monitor for side effects, and document administration.
Assist physicians during procedures within documented competency and skill level.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Respond to medical emergencies and participate in life-saving interventions, including CPR and code team activities, as appropriate.
Advocate for patients' rights and needs in care planning and delivery.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, procedures, and post-discharge care.
Follow infection-control protocols and promote patient safety, including adherence to National Patient Safety Goals and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Monitor and operate medical equipment as needed for patient care and safety.
Participate in audits, chart reviews, compliance checks, and performance-improvement initiatives.
Make responsible decisions when planning and delegating care based on patient needs and organizational policies.
Document patient care and education thoroughly and promptly in the medical record.
Engage in professional development to maintain clinical competency and understanding of current standards and regulations.
Before procedures, review medical history, assess overall health, prepare patients, initiate and maintain IV lines, administer prescribed medications, educate patients and families, and verify signed surgical consents.
During procedures, assist the cardiologist, monitor vital signs, hemodynamic data, and sedation levels, ensure equipment and supplies function properly, and manage complications and emergencies.
After procedures, monitor vital signs and overall condition and administer medications as needed.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance, comply with policies and standards, and perform other duties as assigned.