RN Electrophysiology
Community Health Systems · Birmingham, Alabama, US
Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and eval...
Job description
Job Summary The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. This role is responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality care based on established clinical protocols and physician/provider orders. The RN collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and desired outcomes, while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families. Essential Functions: Cath Lab RN: Pre-Procedure: - Reviews medical history, assesses patient's overall health, and prepares them for the procedure. - Intravenous (IV) Line Initiation: Starts and maintains an IV line for medication administration. - Administers medications as prescribed by the physician. - Educates patients and families about the procedure and what to expect. - Verifies that surgical consents have been signed. During the Procedure: - Assists the Cardiologist during the catheterization process. - Closely monitors the patient's vital signs, hemodynamic data, and sedation levels. - Ensures proper functioning of equipment and supplies. - Ma...