Registered Nurse Cath Lab
Core
Assists physicians in performing cardiac catheterizations and other cardiovascular procedures while monitoring patient status and maintaining sterile fields.
Role type
Registered Nurse (Cath Lab)
Builds
Patient care during invasive cardiovascular procedures
Domain
Healthcare / Cardiovascular Medicine
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
IV medication administration, catheter handling, EKG monitoring, emergency response (CPR/defibrillation), sterile field maintenance, patient assessment, documentation
Preferred skills
Critical care experience, Technologist equipment operation
Technologies
Contrast injector, cardiac output computer, pacemaker tester, oscilloscope
Responsibilities
Set up laboratory equipment, review patient medical records, prepare and prep patients, assist physician with catheterization and contrast injection, monitor patient vitals and EKG during procedure, participate in emergency procedures, document proceedings, manage post-operative care and discharge
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
