RN-Cardiac Cath Lab
US-IA-Dubuque
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Req #: 177930
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Sign-On Bonus: $10,000 Shift: Full-time, (4) 9 hour shifts working 6:45 am - 4:15 pm, for 72 hours per pay period. This position requires on-call for 50% of the month. UnityPoint Health - Finley Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Cardiac Catheterization Lab team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, highly specialized environment providing life-saving cardiovascular care. Responsibilities: * Provide direct nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures, including cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, and stent placements * Prepare patients pre-procedure and monitor them post-procedure for complications * Assist physicians and the interdisciplinary team during procedures * Administer medications and moderate sedation per hospital protocols * Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and hemodynamic status * Maintain sterile technique and ensure patient safety at all times * Educate patients and families regarding procedures, recovery, and discharge instructions * Accurately document patient care in the electronic medical record * Participate in on-call rotation as required Qualifications: Education: * Graduate of accredited nursing program. Must obtain BSN within 12 years of hire Experience: * One (1) year of experience in a critical care setting Certification/License: * Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Iowa * Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or within three (3) months from date of hire * Must possess and maintain current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification or within one (1) year from date of hire