| Location | Great Falls, MT |
GHG Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Great Falls, Montana.
Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2414.20
Opportunity:
Pre-Op/PACU RN
Job Details:
• Provide skilled, compassionate care to patients before and after surgical, procedural, and interventional cardiology cases
• Participate in on-call rotation, weekend, and/or holiday schedule based on facility needs
• Perform comprehensive pre-operative assessments including review of patient medical history, allergies, lab results, and consents
• Verify antiplatelet/anticoagulant compliance, check renal labs, and mark bilateral pedal pulses for cath lab cases
• Start intravenous lines, initiate hydration protocols, and administer pre-medications per provider orders
• Educate patients and families on surgical or cath lab processes, anesthesia, and recovery expectations
• Receive detailed handoff reports from OR and Cath Lab teams noting intraoperative events, contrast volume, and medications
• Continuously monitor airway patency, oxygen saturation, vital signs, and telemetry for arrhythmias or ST-segment changes
• Monitor femoral, radial, or brachial access sites for bleeding, hematomas, or pseudoaneurysms
• Perform sheath assessment and manage specialized vascular closure devices; coordinate sheath removal with trained clinical staff
• Enforce post-femoral bed rest protocols, manage emergence delirium or severe shivering, and push fluids to clear contrast dye
• Administer scheduled and emergent medications via oral, IV, IM, and subcutaneous routes using strict barcode verification
• Safely prepare, verify, and administer high-alert medications including sedatives, narcotics, paralytics, and antiarrhythmics
• Manage and titrate continuous intravenous infusions such as vasoactive drips, nitroglycerin, and heparin based on hemodynamic parameters
• Perform independent dual-verification with another licensed RN for designated high-alert medications and pediatric dosing per policy
• Complete mandatory two-nurse bedside verification of patient identity, blood type, unit number, and compatibility prior to transfusion
• Identify and respond to signs of transfusion reactions and initiate emergency treatment as ordered
• Rapidly administer uncrossed blood products during massive hemorrhage events using rapid infusers and pressure bags
• Maintain meticulous documentation of transfusion times, unit identification numbers, total volume infused, and patient tolerance
• Proficiently initiate and maintain peripheral intravenous infusions and collect and process blood, body fluids, and diagnostic specimens
• Interpret ECG telemetry rhythm strips and review diagnostic 12-lead ECGs to identify acute ischemic or arrhythmic events
• Monitor, evaluate, and manage post-operative pain and nausea
• Collaborate with House Supervisor, Charge Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Operating Room personnel to facilitate seamless patient transitions
• Maintain clear, concise, and legally compliant electronic health records detailing all care delivered across pre-operative and post-operative phases
• Demonstrate technical proficiency with diagnostic 12-lead ECG machines, I-Stat point-of-care devices, emergency defibrillators, crash cart components, automated vital signs monitors, and supplementary oxygen delivery equipment
• Conduct pre-operative telephone outreach to patients to deliver preparatory guidance and alleviate anxiety
• Deliver structured discharge education to patients and caregivers regarding post-surgical course, access site care, and physical limitations
• Conduct post-operative follow-up telephone calls to assess outcomes and coordinate resources
Facility:
This facility is a full-service medical center offering a broad range of clinical services including surgical care, interventional radiology, bronchoscopy, and interventional cardiology. The facility is equipped with advanced technology and specialized care teams to support complex procedural and post-anesthesia recovery needs. The organization is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration and rigorous safety standards.
Location:
Great Falls, MT
Great Falls offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure and small-city charm, nestled along the Missouri River with stunning views of the Rocky Mountain Front. The area provides an abundance of recreational opportunities including fishing, hiking, and exploring nearby national parks, making it an ideal destination for healthcare professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and an active lifestyle.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Physicial Requirements:
This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.
GHG Healthcare Job ID #63426235. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
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