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Registered Nurse-CV Invasive Specialist-Cath Lab - Salt Lake City, UT

Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Intermountain Healthcare is a nonprofit system serving Utah and Idaho. One of the nations leading integrated healthcare systems, ranked # 1 or 2 by Modern Healthcare for all of the past eight years, Intermountain provides world-class service in 21 hospitals and more than 140 health centers, clinics, homecare and urgent care facilities. Intermountain has a reputation as a pioneer in continuous quality improvement and clinical programs. Being part of Intermountain means joining a world-class team and embarking on a career filled with opportunities, innovation and fulfillment. Our mission is: excellence in the provision of healthcare services to communities in the Intermountain region which drives our 29,000 employees and more than 3,300 physicians. Doctors, hospitals, and health plans work together to take healthcare to new levels of excellence. Intermountain is recognized as a leading healthcare system and a model for what is right in American medicine.The Registered Nurse/CV Invasive Specialist performs duties necessary for catheterization procedures at a technical and professional level requiring minimal supervision of technical detail.  Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require frequent independent judgment.  Assumes responsibility and initiative for designated areas and procedures as required.  Maintains a complete knowledge of cardiopulmonary pathophysiology, pharmacology, anatomic anomalies, and specific treatment options. Has a thorough knowledge of invasive diagnostic and interventional supplies, appropriate indications and applications, and proper use and deployment techniques. Demonstrates strong critical thinking and good judgment skills. Anticipates patient status changes related to procedural events and takes immediate, appropriate action in response.  Must have current RN licensure or be license eligible.  Two years of CV Invasive Training experience required. Current ACLS or PALS and BLS certification. Electrophysiology experience required. Experience with 3D Mapping (Carto, Ensite systems) preferred.  Experience with atrial fibrillation ablation is preferred.

Works with Director of Diagnostic Imaging, Radiology Technologist, Cardiovascular Technician, Physicians and other personnel to provide diagnostic and interventional procedures in the Special Procedures and Cardiac Cath Lab and other areas within Diagnostic Imaging as needed. Requirments: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Licensed to practice as an RN in Arizona. Two years recent clinical RN experience in the clinical speciality, preferred. Current BLS/ACLS certification required Effective interpersonal and communication skills.We offer excellent benefits for full and part time positions, including comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Regional Medical Center of San Jose continues to add new and improved services to benefit patients.

With six centers of excellence, including emergency and trauma, Regional Medical Center is known for its JCAHO-certified Primary Stroke Center and delivering superior care across our cardiovascular, women and children’s health, neurosciences, cancer care and medical and surgical services. We are currently seeking full-time and per diem Registered Nurses in our Cardiac Observation Unit. The Nurses will coordinate total nursing care for acutely ill patients, admitted primarily for cardiac evaluation and treatment, respiratory compromise and infections, stable neurological disorders, diabetes mellitus, dehydration, and dysfunction of the gastrointestinal system. Candidates will participate in patient/family teaching and provide leadership by working cooperatively with members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Additionally, they will mentor new employees and participate in organizational and unit based quality improvement activities. Qualified candidates must possess: California Registered Nurse License Graduate degree of an accredited nursing program Basic Life Support Certification Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification A minimum of one to 2 years of acute care nursing in a medical/surgical setting Experience in nursing with an emphasis on trauma, neurosurgical, pulmonary and general surgical care Ability to use critical thinking skills and prioritize aspects of patient care Excellent interpersonal and intrapersonal communication skills Ability to calculate medication dosages and safely administer medications within the critical care settingThis is an exceptional opportunity in an incredible location! Choose a quiet mountain-top cabin in the Santa Cruz foothills, a sleek downtown loft in the heart of Silicon Valley or a family-friendly neighborhood with progressive local schools. Skiing, surfing, beachcombing and a vibrant arts community are waiting for you. Beyond an outstanding compensation package, we help you achieve your professional goals – every day.

An allied health care professional who analyzes and reprograms various brands of pacemaker and defibrillators. Provides analysis of heart rhythms on the telephone and on holtor and event scanner. Functions independently as the charge person for the area to ensure provision of quality care. Classifies assigned patients according to defined criteria and validates classification for colleagues. Communicates patients and staffs needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written communications.MINIMUM QUALIFICATION: Graduate of allied health school including nursing, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, biomedical engineering. Two years of independent cardiac device (pacemakers and/ defibrillators) follow-up, analysis and reprogramming experience or IBHRE certification. Candidate must successfully complete pacing / rhythm knowledge pre-test prior to hire.

This is a great opportunity for experienced Cath Lab RN´s to enjoy the professionalism of a large hospital system within a community hospital where you will be recognized for your contribution!

Maryvale Hospital is looking for an experienced Cardiac Cath Lab RN to join our recognized team. The Cath Lab RN requires a dedicated professional who thrives in a cohesive work environment. Our patients benefit from your ability to work as a team and manage multiple tasks that are critical to the successful operation of this unit. The Cath Lab RN provides professional nursing care within the unit and coordinates care planning with other disciplines. This dynamic position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. As part of our team, you will be required to function in multiple roles such as scrub, circulator and monitor. Extended work hours are required to care for our cardiac patients so Cath Lab call is required and is rotated among all staff.Our patients, their families and your coworkers all benefit from your effective interpersonal skills, focus on service and quality and ability to work cohesively.

Cardiac Cath Lab Statistics:# of Techs = 8 (all very strong, very good; well liked by physicians)# of RNs = 4 # of total caths in 2008 = 4,673 # of open hearts 2008 = 139 # budgeted paid FTEs for 2009 = 14- 3 cath lab rooms - the newest room accommodates bariatric patients Non-Invasive Cardiology Statistics:# techs = 7Averages 2,555 procedures per month for 2009Total # of procedures for 2008 = 28,245 (average for 2008 - 2,354)

Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center

Part of Sunrise Health, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center is Nevada’s largest acute-care medical complex. With 701 beds and an array of advanced medical technologies, we offer healthcare professionals the chance to touch the lives of thousands of patients each year while expanding their skills and knowledge. We currently have an opportunity for a per diem Critical Care Registered Nurse to access, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. The Registered Nurse will assist with the planning and presentation of developmental in-services and to cross train in areas outside of the normal nursing responsibilities. Qualified candidates will possess:• Nevada Registered Nurse License• Graduate Degree from an accredited school of Nursing • Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification • Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification• Minimum of one year intensive care unit, critical care unit or cardiac catheterization laboratory experience• Knowledge of ECG monitoring • Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump experience preferred • Current acute care experience preferred• Successful completion of acute care specialty course or obtained within 6 months of hireAt Sunrise Health we’re guided by a simple yet powerful motto, “Another Sunrise. Another Miracle.” And while technology is at the forefront of everything we do, we haven’t forgotten that it’s our people who make miracles happen and help our patients heal. As part of our team, we provide you with a benefits package designed to meet your individual needs. Whether you’re new to the area or a longtime resident, there’s always something new to discover in Las Vegas.

Job Specialty: Medical/Surgical Position Type: Regular-F/T Shift Length: 10hr Hours: TBD Days: Monday - Friday Shift Type: Day Weekends: As Needed Job Description: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has an immediate opening for an experienced and professional Clinical Nurse II for the division of Cardiologys Cardiovascular Intervention Center.Responsibilities include the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care of Cardiac patients from the point of admission to discharge. The qualified RN will cross-train to circulate, monitor and scrub for invasive procedures for neonatal, pediatric, and adult catheterization and electrophysiology cases and function in the Charge Nurse role after completion of orientation. Education and Work Experience Preferences: Requirements include current CA RN license, ACLS, BCLS, PALS and 2-3 years RN experience. Critical Care experience strongly recommended. Special Procedures/Cardiac Cath Lab experience, preferred in diagnostic and interventional adult and pediatric cases. Electrophysiology --experience in cardiac electrical mapping, ablations and device implantation. Taking call for emergency procedures evenings, nights, weekends with an expected 30 minute maximum response/arrival time and the ability to work prolonged hours in a procedure setting with x-ray exposure is also required.

Medical City is a recognized leader in healthcare. We are the first hospital in North Texas to achieve Magnet Recognition granted by the ANCC. We have also been named #1 Best Place to Work in Dallas/Fort Worth by the Dallas Business Journal.

•Determine health status and health needs of patients with emphasis on the patient receiving invasive, diagnostic and interventional procedures. •Interpretation of health data, including ECG and hemodynamic monitoring data. •Perform comprehensive nursing assessments for patients undergoing invasive cardiovascular procedures. •Formulate a nursing care plan based on determination of nursing diagnosis / identified problems and age specific / developmental needs. •Implement nursing care within the RN’s scope of practice including but not limited to pacemakers / AICD / PCD, hemodynamic active IV drugs, basic and advance rhythm disturbances.Requirements:Current Texas RN license, BLS and ACLS is required. Minimum of one-year experience in acute care hospital within the last three years is required.

Requirements:• Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing• Current license by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas• Minimum of one-year experience in invasive cardiology within the last three years, preferred. • Three years of critical care experience is preferred• Current Texas RN license