RN- Electrophysiology Lab PRN
Company: St. Luke's Hospital
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: January 8, 2021
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Job Description:
Description:Performs the primary functions of a Registered
Professional Nurse caring for patients undergoing procedures in the
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Is responsible for adhering to
all established Nursing Standards and Hospital Policies. Is
accountable for managing all assigned personnel, supplies and
equipment in the Lab and for promoting team work with physicians
and personnel of other departments. Displays maturity, flexibility,
organizational and communication skills in dealing with other
people. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient
information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner
consistent with our mission and values.Principle Accountabilities:
% Of Time Spent1. Performs pre and post care management of cath/EP
patients, including IV access, phlebotomy, groin management,
patient education and discharge or transfer to nursing division.
Ensures proper handoff to other disciplines through verbal or
written communication. 10%2. Administers medications and conscious
sedation according to proper procedures. Monitors effectiveness and
documents appropriately checking nursing notes for completeness and
accuracy. 15%3. Scrubs and assists physician in procedures
including diagnostic, intervention, and devices in cardiac cath lab
and/or electrophysiology lab. Uses and maintains sterile technique
when setting up trays and during procedures. 15%4. Operates
hemodynamic monitoring equipment and records physiologic data.
Reports any changes during case immediately to the physician. 15%5.
Makes initial and continuous patient assessments. Reports
reactions, changes and/or significant incidents to physician.
Evaluates emotional status of patient and provides support to
patient and family. Explains procedures and treatments to
patients/families ensuring understanding. 5%6. Coordinates and
provides professional nursing care to patients in the Cardiac
Catheterization Laboratory/Electrophysiology Lab according to
standard of care patterns, physician orders and individual patient
needs. Conforms to recognized nursing techniques and procedures,
established standards, and to the philosophy and objectives of the
Hospital. 5%7. Obtains supplies for physician during procedure and
hands off same to physician/scrub 5%8. Participates in inservice
programs, workshops and meetings. Serves on committees as
requested. Keeps current on new and changing procedures in the
Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory/Electrophysiology Lab. 5%9.
Responds to emergency situations when necessary. May act as team
leader to delegate assignments and coordinate flow of department.
5%10. Operates and trouble shoots x-ray equipment, injectors, IVUS,
FFR, IABP and Impella 5%11. Restocks supplies daily, maintains
adequate shelf stock, orders supplies as needed. Accurately enters
patient charges in STAR. 5%12. Participates in orientation of new
staff, documents competency. 4%13. Participates in on-going
performance and quality assurance projects. 4%14. Performs other
work duties as assigned. 2%Total 100%Education:Current licensure as
a Registered Nurse in the state of Missouri Required.Nursing
Diploma or Associates in Nursing Required.BSN or completion of BSN
within 5 years of hire date is required.Experience:Previous Cardiac
Catheterization Laboratory experience and /or ICU preferred,
telemetry requiredThe assessment, care and treatment provided by
the Registered Nurse will be consistent with the specific age
related needs of the patient. The Registered Nurse is competent to
care for patient age groups including the adult and geriatric
patient.Current certification in Basic Life SupportAdvanced Cardiac
Life Support Certification must be obtained within one year of
transfer/hireAll registered nurses will acquire a minimum of 8 ACS
hours/calendar yearMust take rotational call with response time of
thirty minuteWorking Conditions:Employee is required to sit
occasionally, walk frequently and stand frequently. Employee must
lift/carry a light (1-20 lbs.)and medium (21-50 lbs.) load
frequently. Employee may be required to lift over 100 lbs. with
assistance. Employee is frequently required to bend, squat, kneel,
climb, and lift waist to overhead. Employee is occasionally
required to reach forward and reach overhead. For repetitive
action, employee is required to use both hands for simple grasping
and pushing/pulling. Employee is occasionally exposed to electrical
hazards and CRT terminal work. Employee is frequently exposed to
radiation and required to wear a lead apron (@12lbs) while standing
for long periods of time during procedures. Employee is frequently
exposed to body fluids.(Occasionally: 1-33%, Frequently: 34-66%,
Continuously: 67-100%)The most significant of duties are included
but this does not exclude occasional work assignments not mentioned
or developmental duties.Job Relationships: Member of a
comprehensive healthcare team, including other health care
providers, the patient's family and significant others.Takes
direction from: ManagerProvides direction to: PCTSupervised by:
ManagerMission/Values:MISSIONFaithful to our Episcopal-Presbyterian
heritage and its ministry of healing, St. Luke's is dedicated to
improving the health of the communities we serve.Using talents and
resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with
compassion, professional excellence and respect for each other and
those we serve.VISIONAs an independent healthcare network, we
create healthy communities in the region through our commitment to
high quality, safe and personalized services.CORE VALUESHuman
DignityWe accept and treat all persons as being created in the
image of God.CompassionWe respond with caring to the needs of
others as if they were members of our family.JusticeWe honor each
person's rights and responsibilities in light of the common
good.ExcellenceWe set and strive to attain high standards of
performance and continuous improvement.StewardshipWe use our
talents and resources wisely, with honesty and integrity.FACES -
Friendly - Available - Caring - Efficient - Safe Communication
Standards: Promotes and provides courteous and effective
communication with internal and external customers.
Keywords: St. Luke's Hospital, Chesterfield , RN- Electrophysiology Lab PRN, Healthcare , Chesterfield, Missouri
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