Job Summary:

The Cath Lab RN will coordinate patient care for pre, intra and post Cath Lab patients within the standards and guidelines of the organization.

Job Duties:

The Cath Lab RN will provide patient care in compliance with policies and procedures, and the standards of professional nursing as defined by the BNE of Texas.

Essential Functions:

• The RN is responsible for patient assessments, pre and post procedures using the nursing process to provide the highest level of care.
• Initiate nursing interventions and carry out physician orders per policies and procedures.
• Proficient in starting IVs and administering medications within her/his scope of practice.
• Perform phlebotomy and run ISTAT lab work as well as participate in quality control and assurance as outlined in the procedural manual for the ISTAT analyzer.
• May assist the physician with bedside procedures to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Communicate any patient status changes to physician as appropriate to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Utilize equipment in the department according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Assist with maintaining stock items and medications and adequate par levels for the holding area.
• Actively respond to emergent situations appropriately to promote optimal patient outcomes.
• Maintain current BLS/ACLS certifications.
• May delegate appropriately to the staff in accordance with their job description, license requirements, and standard of practice.
• Provide emotional support and teaching to patients and their families.
• Understand and use universal precautions and radiation protections as indicated.
• Will admit, discharge and transport patients as required.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Hold current State of Texas license as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrate a satisfactory level of angiography procedures performed
• Manage stress appropriately
• Able to handle multiple priorities
• Able to make decisions under pressure
• Able to manage anger/fear/hostility/ violence of others
• Able to work as part of a team
• Effective interpersonal communication skills

· Able to maintain confidentiality and discretion concerning patient information

Physical Demands/Hazardous Conditions:

• Able to lift, push, and pull with assistance (mechanical or co-worker) the weight of an average patient specific to the area
• Able to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Some exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals or detergents
• May be exposed to some laser beams
• Exposure to x-ray with appropriate radiation barriers/protective equipment

· Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens and biohazardous material:

CATEGORY I: Job duties may routinely involve direct contact with blood,

body fluids, or other potentially infectious materials to which universal

precautions apply.

HIPAA Requirements:

The Cath Lab RN has access to Protected Health Information of the practices’ patients and understands the privacy requirements as prescribed by federal and state laws.