Interventional Radiology Nurse (Hiring Immediately)

Employment Type: Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

A member of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation, Fort Lauderdale-based Holy Cross Hospital, dba Holy Cross Health, is a full-service, not-for-profit, Catholic, teaching hospital operating in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. We are the only not-for-profit Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

Through strategic collaborations and a commitment to being a person-centered, transforming, healing presence, the 557-bed hospital offers progressive inpatient, outpatient and community outreach services and clinical research trials to serve as our community’s trusted health partner for life.

• We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care.

• Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work

• Retirement savings program with employer matching

Job Summary:

• Monitors patients during invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures for
arrhythmias, cardiovascular status change, pain, mental status change. Intervenes
appropriately
• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with the invasive Cardiologist throughout the procedure to facilitate patient safety, treatment and diagnosis.
• Initiates and follows Holy Cross Hospital policy regarding care during invasive procedure
inclusive of conscious sedation and monitoring of oxygen saturation, respiratory status,
circulatory status, mental status and vital signs. Documents results accurately.
• Systematically reviews history and physical, EKG, lab values and chest x-ray, and
correlates invasive procedure protocol with patients physiologic status. Performs a
cardiovascular assessment of all patients admitted to the Heart Lab / EPS Lab and
communicates abnormal findings to Invasive Cardiologist and fellow team members
• Initiates and/or maintains IV therapy in Invasive Laboratory providing a line for routine
and emergency Pharmacological interventions
• Continuously monitors ECG for abnormalities and reports emergent or urgent rhythms to
Invasive Cardiologist and other team members.
• Communicates effectively with monitor team member to accurately and thoroughly document pertinent data during the procedure; including physical assessment of patient, medication administration, hemodynamics, procedural findings, and recommended treatment.
• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with patient throughout the procedure to facilitate patient comfort, emotional support, reassurance and safety
• Demonstrates working knowledge of cardiac arrhythmias and the ACLS protocols
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures performed by acquiring relative continuing
education, seeking learning opportunities within the field of Invasive Cardiology Practices radiation safety according to principles of ALARA and Time, Distance, Shielding.
• Demonstrates clinical competency wit IABP with some supervision.
• Demonstrates clinical competency with blood glucose monitoring and quality control techniques
• Demonstrates the ability to draw blood for ACT monitoring and is skilled at running
samples. Demonstrates clinical competency with ACT monitoring and quality control
techniques.
• Demonstrates clinical competency with sheath removal and can verbally state the potential hazards associated with this procedure.
• Responds quickly and appropriately in emergency situations requiring BCLS and/or ACLS. Is effective with ACLS prcedures (i.e., Bag/mask ventilation, CPR, defibrillator operation, medication administration) with some supervision.
• Demonstrates clinical competency with the administration of IV moderate sedation.
• Verbalizes correct drug dosages, knowledge of drug actions, contraindications, etc., must have knowledge of reversal agents and their administration

This is a Full time position on day shift with benefits. Please visit our Career Center Home Page for more about our benefits.
• Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403B
• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes
• Unlimited career growth opportunities
• Trinity Health offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday

Job Requirements

Graduate of an accredited (ACEN/CCNE) school of professional nursing. One year critical care

experience. One year previous diagnostic/invasive cardiac cath lab and/or recovery

experience preferred . Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life

Support (ACLS) within six months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.