Registered Nurse - Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory - RN

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse

City:
Rochester

State: MN

Remote:
No

Why Mayo Clinic:
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights:

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options.
• Dental:
  Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:
  Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement:
  Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

The Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse performs as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team providing care to patients during their journey through the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Provides age specific care to patients ranging from infants to geriatric patients. Registered Nurses interact with patients in the outpatient, inpatient hospital and emergency settings. Per protocols, independently screen patients for various Cardiovascular, Cerebral vascular and Peripheral vascular diagnostic or interventional procedures.

Provide pre, intra and post procedure assessment and education for patients undergoing these procedures. Collaborate with referring and procedural physicians to insure all protocol and educational needs of the patient are met prior to procedures. Provides moderate sedation and administers medications per protocols, ACLS guidelines and physician orders during procedures. Monitors for and respond to changes in, level of consciousness, ECG, respiratory, and hemodynamics.

Recover patients post procedure in the Cardiac Cath Lab post procedure room until discharge criteria are met. Admits post interventional patients to appropriate receiving nursing unit. Coordinates post procedure assessments, care and discharge of the patient from the interventional nursing units. Offers self as a resource to nursing units and personnel, providing direction and guidance in solving patient and Cardiac Cath Lab issues.

Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurses function as a patient advocate and act as a liaison between referring physician, patient, family, and procedural physician to ensure a smooth transition throughout their entire Cardiac Cath Lab journey.

For New Graduate Nurses:
Please apply through the Nurse Residency Program posting, which is specifically designed to support new graduate RNs. Visit the Nurse Residency webpage for program details including current and upcoming application windows. Within the Nurse Residency application process, you may indicate work units and specialties of interest. If selected to move forward, you will meet with a Nursing Placement Coordinator who will help you explore Mayo Clinic opportunities that are best aligned with your current and future professional goals.

Together, we'll identify a work area that provides an excellent foundation for your nursing career.

Graduate of a nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA). One year of RN experience required.

All entry-level associate degree registered nurses with a RN start date of April 1, 2020, and after must provide documented evidence of program completion of the baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within five years from the last day of the month of the RN start date.

Additional Qualifications:

1 year RN experience required. Must be currently working as an RN in direct patient care. PCU/ICU or ED experience preferred. ACLS & PALS will be required within one year of hire.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record…