Registered Nurse - Invasive Cardiology

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We are recruiting for a mission-driven Registered Nurse - Invasive Cardiology to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Invasive Cardiology Job Summary Under general supervision, the Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Registered Nurse is a critical care nurse responsible for all aspects of safe patient care delivery for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs. This position provides direct patient nursing care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and within the policies, values and mission of Denver Health. This position participates in the overnight and weekend Invasive Cardiology call-pool as part of an emergency response team. Adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Administration Scope and Standards of Practice (2015) to provide leadership with the nursing process. Utilize and support the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas as a part of his or her daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson caring Science Institute." Essential Functions : Administers conscious sedation and/or other medications to support cardiovascular and electrophysiology cases within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies. (20%) Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate in EMR and hemodynamic program. (20%) Operates complex specialty equipment within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs. (20%) Utilizes critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and ability to work with minimal supervision within scope of practice in a fast-paced procedural environment. (20%) Requires the individual to be flexible in their work schedule including but not limited to extended shifts and on-call per operational needs. Ability to arrive in thirty (30) min or less for after-hours call situations. (20%) Education : Associate's Degree Nursing program required. Bachelor's Degree BSN preferred. Work Experience : 1-3 years Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Lab experience preferred, or two-three years critical care/intensive care experience in lieu of Cath/EP Lab experience required. Licenses : RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Ability to recognize and interpret cardiac arrhythmia. Ability to recognize and interpret normal and abnormal hemodynamic responses. In-depth knowledge of coronary and peripheral artery anatomy, as well as cardiac electrical pathways. Ability to operate complex specialty equipment within Invasive Cardiology Labs with demonstrated competencies Knowledge of techniques, methods and competencies of clinical nursing practices Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment Knowledge of standards, policies and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to nursing Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in the patient care environment Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team-oriented environment Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations EPIC Skills or other EMR skill required. Proficiency with MS Office preferred. Shift Days (United States of America) Work Type Regular Salary $38.43 - $59.57 / hr

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