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Cath Lab Nurse (Cath Lab RN)
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What they do
A Cardiology Registered Nurse provides care for patients with heart problems. Performs cardiac tests and assessments, educates patients and families about cardiac disease and preventative health care, and cares for patients after heart surgery. Works with specialized monitoring and treatment equipment. Trained to provide emergency medical care to cardiac patients. Works under the supervision of a physician. Works in hospital cardiology or intensive care units or cardiac rehabilitation programs.
$102,053 / year median in Maryland
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Cath Lab Nurse (Cath Lab RN)
Cath Lab RN's assist in Cardiac Procedures in which a wire is threaded from the patient's hip to their heart. It is important that they know what all of the equipment is, including stents, balloons, and wires. They are constantly running back and forth to provide equipment needed for the procedure, and work 1:1 with the doctors. Cath Lab RN's work at hospitals in the procedure room (like a small OR) providing the physician with the proper instruments (collecting them and opening them). Outside of the room taking pictures and reporting to the Physician.
Education/Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. RN's can only work with an active state license. ACLS is often required
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Schedule:
IR Days, 4 x 10hr shifts per week, 40GWWExperienced nightshift cath lab RN that is able to precept, if possible