RN - EP Lab

Profession: RN

Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab (Electrophysiology Lab)

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: AM

Hours per Shift: 10 hours

Experience: 2 years minimum experience; strong electrophysiology experience is required.

License: RN

Certifications: ACLS (AHA Only), BLS (AHA Only)

Must-Have: Strong experience in electrophysiology.

Description:

The Registered Nurse (RN) is a licensed professional who coordinates patient care delivery by the healthcare team.

Using the nursing process, the RN assesses the patient and identifies nursing diagnoses based on health problems.

The RN develops and implements an individualized plan of care and evaluates the patient's response.

The RN promotes safe passage for their patients by using knowledge of patient needs and the healthcare environment.

The RN delegates interventions to healthcare personnel based on the Nursing Practice Act and each patient's condition.

The RN job is utilized in inpatient and outpatient departments with 24/7 staffing, including those with on-call staffing on off shifts.

Essential functions of the role include using clinical judgment, conducting accurate clinical assessments, and prioritizing patient and family needs.

The RN modifies the plan to meet clinical outcomes while supporting evidence-based practice changes through research utilization.

Creating a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment is crucial.

The RN develops therapeutic relationships and manages both emotional and physical pain to promote comfort and healing.

Recognizing and incorporating patients’ unique differences into an individualized plan of care is essential.

The RN preserves and protects patient confidentiality, dignity, and rights while advocating for their concerns.

Facilitating learning for patients, families, nursing staff, and other healthcare team members is an important responsibility.

Collaboration with colleagues and the community to develop and implement an integrated plan of care is necessary.

Utilizing strategies for problem-solving and recognizing the limitations of resources are key components of the role.

Professionalism is highlighted through participation in shared governance, decision-making processes, and ongoing professional growth.

Knowledge of nursing and patient care standards, medical terminology, and nursing ethics is required.

Effective communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities are essential.

The RN must provide age-specific, quality, patient-centered care and be able to adapt care plans as needed.

General computer skills, including proficiency in information security and electronic medical documentation, are necessary.

The ability to maintain effective customer service and work productively as a team member is fundamental.