Job Description:RN - Cath LabFull-Time/Part Time Available
$30,000 sign on bonus for eligible candidates.Baptist Health invasive cardiac services, where compassionate care meets advanced treatment and research. Our three units encompass the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, and Cardiovascular Observation Unit. Our invasive Cardiac Services include cardiac catheterizations, angioplasty, percutaneous catheter interventions, cardiac MEMs, interventional neurology, interventional radiology, cardiac ablations, pacemakers/defibrillators, left atrial appendage occlusion devices, loop recorder implants, transesophageal echocardiograms, and electrical cardioversions. The cardiovascular observation unit also serves as our preoperative and postoperative area. At Baptist Health, we treat the whole person, offering hope and strength on every patient's journey.
Key Responsibilities: - Assist physicians during routine and advanced cardiac procedures, including angioplasty, structural heart procedures, and emergency interventions.
- Monitor and provide care for adult and geriatric patients throughout procedures, as directed by the physician.
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cath lab equipment (e.g., video recorders, hemodynamic monitors, radiographic, and digital imaging equipment).
- Deliver nursing care during all cardiac catheterization procedures with technical accuracy and a thorough understanding of cardiovascular procedures.
- Provide optimal patient care by applying knowledge of cardiovascular diseases, medications, and relevant medical history.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and sterile technique.
- Ensure radiation and equipment safety, and assist with troubleshooting specialized cardiovascular diagnostic and interventional equipment.
- Create a safe environment and maintain accurate medical records according to procedure requirements.
- Assist in the orientation of new personnel and ensure compliance with best practice protocols.
- Take occasional on-call shifts to support 24/7 cardiac and stroke interventions, with a response time of 30 minutes or less when on call.
Qualifications: - Active Kentucky Nursing License.
- Minimum of 2 years of ICU, CCU, or cardiovascular nursing experience preferred.
- BCLS certification required within 90 days of employment.
- ACLS certification required within 6 months for experienced nurses and 1 year for new graduates.
Benefits: - Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity leave.
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.