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Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab - Cardiovascular RN Tech - Full Time - Days

Mohawk Valley Health System · Utica, New York, US

Job Summary The Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN is a specialized staff nurse who plays a key role in providing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and inte...

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Job Summary The Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN is a specialized staff nurse who plays a key role in providing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures. This includes patient assessment, administering medications, assisting physicians during procedures, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient safety throughout the perioperative process. The RN also provides patient education, supports recovery, and collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality cardiac care. This role requires call on a rotating basis during nights, weekends and holidays. In addition to requirements below, must have current ACLS. Core Job Responsibilities: - Identify patient care requirements establishing personal rapport with patients and families and understanding of plan of care throughout the patient’s experience. - Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends and families. - Promote patient independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends and family to understand disease process, medications, and self-care skills, and provide time to answer q...