RN CATH LAB IN ENGLEWOOD, NJ

Company: Amergis
Location: Englewood
Posted on: October 27, 2024

Job Description:

$ 70 / hrPlease note that this pay range represents a good faith estimate of the compensation that will be offered for this position based on the circumstances. The actual pay offered to a successful candidate will take into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to location, experience, and other variable factors.The RN (Cath Lab or Cardiac Cath Lab) specializes in working with patients undergoing cardiac procedures in a catheterization lab. During cardiac catheterizations, these specially trained nurses assist the medical team by monitoring the patient's vitals, assisting with procedural sedatives, assisting doctors, technicians, nurses and the patients.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Administers patient medicationsAssists in diagnostic procedures and interventional proceduresCirculates and scrub during cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology proceduresResponsible for discharge teaching with patients and families including procedural, medications, activities, care of the surgical site and lifestyle/dietary changesEnsures consent paperwork is accurately completedPerforms examination of the patient pre and post-catheterizationManages administrative aspects of cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology patientsMonitors and documents patient vital signsMonitors for signs and symptoms of infections or side effects of the procedureMonitors patient sedation levels during and after the procedurePrepares patients for proceduresMinimum Requirements:Registered Nurse with a current state license where they will be workingACLS may be required by state/client contractMinimum of 2 years critical care or Cardiac Cath Lab experience preferredComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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