Registered Nurse - Cath Lab

Physical Requirements

The ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

The ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty (50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50)

Sufficient strength, mobility and stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with patient care, and perform other physical activities of average difficulty.

Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodations.

May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.

May have to handle emergency situations.

May be required to wear protective equipment such as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile gloves, isolation gowns.

May be exposed to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents.

Physical activities include continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting.

Activity Conditions (Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously):

Sitting
- Occasionally

Walking
- Continuously

Standing
- Continuously

Bending-Frequently

Squatting
- Frequently

Climbing-Occasionally

Kneeling-Occasionally

Twisting-Occasionally

Visual and Hearing Requirements

Must be able to see with corrective eye wear.

Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

Working Conditions

Primarily Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes with pets. Works in various conditions.

Performance:
Essential Functions

Decision Making:
Ability to make decisions and takes appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team member when appropriate.

Time Management:
Works efficiently and manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time.

Quality & Quantity:
Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures. Speed and consistency of output and time utilization of job duties.

Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use:
Demonstrates ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic documentation, and order entry.

Resource Utilization:
Consistently utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.

Confidentiality:
Adheres to established policies on privacy and security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by Shannon Policy.

Performance:
Position Specific Essential Functions

Adheres to Standards and recommended practices for specific nursing service area(s). Provides a safe supportive environment for surgical/procedural patients and expected practice behaviors based on the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation of nursing interventions and evaluations.

Ability to identify emergency situations; uses sound judgment in responding to emergencies in a calm and efficient manner, verifies sponge, needles, and instruments before closure of incision.

Documents appropriately in the patient record. Uses professional judgement on pertinence of documentation.

Works collaboratively with all team members to include staff, physicians, ancillary departments and patient/families. Demonstrates a positive attitude and good communication.

Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications

Education

Required:

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Associate's degree in nursing

Experience:

N/A

Certification/Licensure:
Required

Registered Nurse (RN), with authorization to practice in the State of Texas

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Must obtain within one (1) year of start date