Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Concord, NC

20h

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 while engaging patients and families. The nurse monitors patient conditions, adjusts care plans, coordinates resources, and collaborates with the care team to influence outcomes. The role promotes safety, evaluates patient and unit outcomes, and may administer medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with clinical protocols.

The nurse maintains accurate and timely EHR documentation; communicates effectively with colleagues; delegates appropriately; and contributes to professional governance, unit councils, quality initiatives, and evidence-based practice. The position requires age-appropriate care and may require floating to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday through Friday, with rotating call in the Cath Lab.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active registered nurse (RN) multi-state compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
• Typically requires 1 year of experience in clinical nursing.
• 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 in computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
• Ability to perform the stated physical tasks, including lifting and supporting 35 pounds, pushing or pulling with 30 pounds of force, and performing a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
• Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, including fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
• Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
• Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

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.
• Promote a culture of safety and evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes, taking action as needed.
• Administer medications, treatments, and therapies safely and according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
• Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflict, foster 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 EHR 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 in accordance 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.
• Potential premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

What This Job Offers

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