Position Overview

This role is designed for a skilled Clinical Registered Nurse II specializing in cardiac catheterization procedures. The nurse will provide comprehensive patient care before, during, and after interventions, ensuring safety, comfort, and optimal outcomes in a fast-paced interventional environment. This position requires a strong foundation in critical care nursing and the ability to collaborate effectively with physicians, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Coordinate with the healthcare team to deliver safe, efficient, and patient-centered care throughout procedural stages.
• Perform thorough preoperative assessments tailored to individual patient needs.
• Monitor patient responses during procedures and intervene promptly when necessary.
• Administer moderate sedation and educate patients and families on post-procedure care and precautions.
• Manage complications such as bleeding or hypotension and advocate for evidence-based practices.

Procedural Support

• Handle instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies with precision and according to protocol.
• Assist physicians during interventional radiology and cardiac catheterization procedures, maintaining strict sterile technique.
• Anticipate procedural team needs to ensure smooth workflow and document specimens accurately.

Safety and Compliance

• Adhere rigorously to aseptic techniques, infection control, and radiation safety standards.
• Follow regulatory guidelines including those from The Joint Commission, OSHA, and AORN.
• Identify and report safety concerns, maintain supply levels, and manage biohazardous materials responsibly.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and interventions in the Electronic Health Record system.

Professional Development and Leadership

• Mentor new nurses and students, fostering growth and professional excellence.
• Engage in continuing education, certifications, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for best practices and may assume charge nurse responsibilities as needed.

Emergency Preparedness

• Recognize and respond to hemodynamic instability, arrhythmias, and respiratory distress.
• Initiate emergency interventions including Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and participate in rapid response situations.
• Maintain composure and advanced clinical skills during critical events such as cardiac arrest or stroke.

Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of two years as a Registered Nurse in Interventional Radiology or Cardiac Cath Lab, or five years in Emergency Department or ICU critical care settings for transitional programs.
• Ability to scrub and circulate in IR and Cath Lab environments, including on-call availability within 30 minutes.
• Capability to perform physical tasks such as heavy lifting and wearing protective lead aprons.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) with extensive IR or Cath Lab experience considered.
• Completion of Critical Care or Interventional Radiology/Cath Lab training programs is advantageous.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse license valid in the United States.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications from recognized providers.
• Preferred certifications include Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS), or Certified Radiology Nurse (CRN).

Successful candidates must pass physical evaluations, drug screenings, and background checks prior to employment.

This opportunity is located in a vibrant regional healthcare setting within the Pacific Northwest, offering a supportive and collaborative environment for professional growth.