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Cardiac Cath Lab RN PRN

HCA Healthcare

  • Rochester, NH
  • 11 days ago

    Highlights

    HCA Healthcare’s New Hampshire hospitals also include Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Portsmouth Regional Hospital , Parkland Medical Center in Derry, and freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook, Dover, and Plaistow. As part of HCA Healthcare—one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems—you’ll be connected to a strong network of four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites across New Hampshire.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRochester, NH
    IndustryHealthcare Services
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1968
    Websitehttp://hcahealthcare.com/

    Description

    Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Frisbie Memorial Hospital, you’ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime.  

    Job Summary and Qualifications

    The Cardiac Cath Lab RN reports to the Director Diagnostic Imaging, and works under the direct supervision of the department’s Clinical Coordinator. He/she is responsible for providing direct care to patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic, and interventional cardiac and vascular procedures within the Vascular department.  

     

    This individual assures the provision of high quality patient care, utilizes equipment appropriately, fosters a cooperative and collaborative relationship with physicians, establishes and maintains good internal and external customer relationships. S/he fosters a team approach to providing patient care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable. S/he performs all functions according to hospital policies, nursing standards of care, practice guidelines, and applicable regulatory and professional entities within the scope of RN practice. 

     

    Patient Population Served : 

     

    The Cardiac Cath Lab RN is expected to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the physical ability, intellectual development, psychosocial, education and safety needs of the adult and geriatric patient. 

     

    Essential Position Functions : 

     

    1. Performs all job-related duties in a professional manner, maintaining patient dignity, confidentiality and patient safety. Adheres to HIPAAguidelines. 

     

    1. Works in an environment that includes equipment which produces ionizing radiation, a known health hazard. He/she is knowledgeable in the science of radiology, the principles of ALARA, the physical effects of radiation on tissue, and the potential for genetic effects. This knowledge base informs the Cardiac Cath Lab RN’s practice as he/she incorporates safe techniques and protective measures aimed at minimizing the exposure to radiation by the patients and allpersonnel.  

     

    1. Assists physicians in the performance of all cardiac and vascular procedures. He/she has an  

    in-depth knowledge of cardiovascular disease and associated co-morbidities, and is trained and experienced in: 

    1. handling emergent and life-threateningsituations 

    • maintains BLS and ACLS certification andskills 

    • maintains IABP certification andskills 

    • proper operation of departmentalequipment 

    • achieving and maintaining steriletechnique 

    • achieving and maintaining hemostasis followingprocedures 

    • the uses and risks associated with the administration of contrastmedia.  

    • Provides direct care to patients – before, during and after procedures. 

    1. Completes pre-procedural physical patientassessment. 
    2. Reviews patient information, including H&P, lab work and other testresults. 
    3. Re-assesses and monitors patients based on their individual clinical needs. Initiates appropriate steps to provide optimal patientexperience.  
    4. Administers IV fluids and blood products as ordered and per hospitalpolicy.  
    5. Administers medications and evaluates the patient’sresponse. 
    6. Administers moderate sedation per FMH Anesthesia Procedural Sedation and Analgesia policy. 
    7. Assesses and monitors patients undergoing certain Radiology procedures, including but not limitedto: 
    8. Biopsy 
    9. Thoracentesis 
    10. Paracentesis  
    11. Pre- and post- hydration for CTscans 
    12. Completes patient teaching associated with procedures and after-care. 
    13. Communicates patient needs/assessments tophysicians 
    Documents appropriately in patient’s medicalrecord 

    1. Is knowledgeable in usage of catheters, wires and devices related to departmental procedures. Assists the physician in modifying and adapting procedures according to the specific needs of the patient.  

     

    1. Assists in all of the processes necessary for maintainingan appropriate inventory of supplies in the procedure rooms and for use in the holding rooms. Thisincludes: 

    1. charging for supplies used during acase 

    1. re-ordering supplies to maintain adequate parlevels 

    1. restocking and rotating supplies to maintain a first-in-first-out utilizationpattern 

    1. assuring the appropriate disposition of expireditems 

     

    1. The Cardiac Cath Lab RN is knowledgeable about the normal operation of all equipment in the Cardiovascular Radiology department and is able to recognize problems and changes in routine performance promptly. He/she evaluates the extent and urgency of equipment malfunction incidents, makes recommendations for appropriate action to the Director of Cardiovascular Services and arranges for service asindicated.  

     

    1. Participates in the department's on-call schedule in order to provide off-hours urgent and emergent services as outlined by departmentalpolicy.  

     

    1. Supports the hospital’s Customer Service Commitment and provides service excellence to everyone with whom s/he has contact during the course of performing the duties of thisposition.  

     

    1. Participates in the hospital’s commitment to QualityImprovement. 

    1. Assists department in QI monitoring and data collection asneeded.  

    1. Brings ideas for improvement to the attention of co-workers, supervisors and the department director.  

     

    1. Demonstrates an awareness of, and support for, the hospital’s Mission Statement and Strategic Plan. Assists in the formation and accomplishment of unit goals andobjectives.


    What qualifications you will need:

    1. Graduate of an accredited school ofnursing. 

    1. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse, recognized and accepted by the State of New Hampshire. 

    1. Basic Arrhythmia, BLS and ACLSCertification. 

    1. Two to three years nursing experience in a cardiac monitored setting. 

    1. Excellent communication skills, intermediate computerskills.  

    1. Assumes responsibility without direct supervision. Possesses good problem-solving and organizationskills.  

    Benefits

    Frisbie Memorial Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

    • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
    • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
    • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
    • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
    • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
    • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

    Learn more about Employee Benefits

    Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

    Discover a career with purpose at Frisbie Memorial Hospital

    Located in Rochester, NH, our 112-bed hospital proudly serves the Greater Seacoast region and Southern Maine, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As part of HCA Healthcare—one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems—you’ll be connected to a strong network of four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites across New Hampshire.

    With nearly 5,000 colleagues, including 1,500 nurses and 1,000 affiliated physicians, We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. HCA Healthcare’s New Hampshire hospitals also include Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Portsmouth Regional Hospital, Parkland Medical Center in Derry, and freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook, Dover, and Plaistow. Join us and be part of a team that’s improving lives across the region—every day.

    HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

    "Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."

    Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

    Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

    HCA Healthcare

    Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Cardiac Cath Lab RN PRN opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

    We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

    About Company

    At its founding in 1968, Nashville-based HCA was one of the nation's first hospital companies. Today, we are the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, a company comprised of locally managed facilities that includes about 165 hospitals and 115 freestanding surgery centers in 20 states and England and employing approximately 204,000 people. Approximately four to five percent of all inpatient care delivered in the country today is provided by HCA facilities. Richard M. Bracken serves as Chairman of HCA and R. Milton Johnson is the company's President and Chief Executive Officer.

    HCA is committed to the care and improvement of human life and strives to deliver high quality, cost effective healthcare in the communities we serve. Building on the foundation provided by our Mission & Values, HCA puts patients first and works to constantly improve the care we give them by implementing measures that support our caregivers, help ensure patient safety and provide the highest possible quality. Investing in our communities is important to us. HCA typically invests about $1.5 billion annually to keep our facilities modern and up-to-date technologically and to expand and add services where needed. Focusing primarily on communities where the company is a leading healthcare provider, HCA selectively adds new facilities in order to better serve our communities.

    And because two HCA founders were physicians, we value highly the strong relationships we've created with local physicians. We endeavor to provide them with a wide array of services and modern facilities in order to help them deliver the best possible care.

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