Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health.

Job Summary:

• Monitors patients during invasive diagnostic and interventional procedures for

arrhythmias, cardiovascular status change, pain, mental status change. Intervenes

appropriately

• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with the invasive Cardiologist throughout the procedure to facilitate patient safety, treatment and diagnosis.

• Initiates and follows Holy Cross Hospital policy regarding care during invasive procedure

inclusive of conscious sedation and monitoring of oxygen saturation, respiratory status,

circulatory status, mental status and vital signs. Documents results accurately.

• Systematically reviews history and physical, EKG, lab values and chest x-ray, and

correlates invasive procedure protocol with patients physiologic status. Performs a

cardiovascular assessment of all patients admitted to the Heart Lab / EPS Lab and

communicates abnormal findings to Invasive Cardiologist and fellow team members

• Initiates and/or maintains IV therapy in Invasive Laboratory providing a line for routine

and emergency Pharmacological interventions

• Continuously monitors ECG for abnormalities and reports emergent or urgent rhythms to

Invasive Cardiologist and other team members.

• Communicates effectively with monitor team member to accurately and thoroughly document pertinent data during the procedure; including physical assessment of patient, medication administration, hemodynamics, procedural findings, and recommended treatment.

• Establishes and maintains ongoing communication with patient throughout the procedure to facilitate patient comfort, emotional support, reassurance and safety

• Demonstrates working knowledge of cardiac arrhythmias and the ACLS protocols

• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of procedures performed by acquiring relative continuing

education, seeking learning opportunities within the field of Invasive Cardiology Practices radiation safety according to principles of ALARA and Time, Distance, Shielding.

• Demonstrates clinical competency wit IABP with some supervision.

• Demonstrates clinical competency with blood glucose monitoring and quality control techniques

• Demonstrates the ability to draw blood for ACT monitoring and is skilled at running

samples. Demonstrates clinical competency with ACT monitoring and quality control

techniques.

• Demonstrates clinical competency with sheath removal and can verbally state the potential hazards associated with this procedure.

• Responds quickly and appropriately in emergency situations requiring BCLS and/or ACLS. Is effective with ACLS prcedures (i.e., Bag/mask ventilation, CPR, defibrillator operation, medication administration) with some supervision.

• Demonstrates clinical competency with the administration of IV moderate sedation.

• Verbalizes correct drug dosages, knowledge of drug actions, contraindications, etc., must have knowledge of reversal agents and their administration

This is a Full time position on day shift with benefits. Please visit our Career Center Home Page for more about our benefits.

• Day 1 benefits, no waiting period! Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and 403B

• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes

• Unlimited career growth opportunities

• Trinity Health offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday

Job Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing. One year critical care

experience. One year previous diagnostic/invasive cardiac cath lab and/or recovery

experience preferred . Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life

Support (ACLS) within six months of hire.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran