Cardiac Cath​/EP Lab Registered Nurse -Harlingen, TX

• Contract

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Project Profile

The Veterans Integrated Services Network 17 (VISN 17) is a large network comprised of seven (7) healthcare systems geographically dispersed throughout the state of Texas. The VISN is supporting expanded bed capacity to meet the increased operational surge capacity throughout the state of Texas, and to support the VA’s fourth mission by providing humanitarian assistance. Based on the current and projected future workload, additional staffing will be required over the next 24 months to support seven healthcare systems.

The Candidate

Pro Sidian seeks a Registered Nurse to support an engagement with The Veterans Integrated Services Network 17 (VISN 17). This position supports the current expanded operations and post‑COVID operations to restore the healthcare systems to pre‑Pandemic operations.

This is a Contract Contingent position and the Registered Nurse services shall be performed at the:
Texas Valley Costal Bend Health Care System - 2701 S 77 Sunshine Strip, Harlingen, TX 78550.

Services Task and Job Requirements

In order to perform the duties set forth for this project, the Registered Nurse must meet both the minimum education and experience requirements set forth:

Education

Graduated with a Bachelor of Science Nursing degree from a program that has been accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Licensure

Registered Nurse with a current Texas State license including BLS certification and ACLS certification.

Experience

• Must demonstrate proficiency using the nursing process for patients with complex nursing care needs and be able to guide and direct others who provide care.
• Must be able to serve as a charge nurse for Cath/EP Lab as needed.
• Must be able to serve as float nurse in Cath/EP Lab.
• Must demonstrate skills in managing moderate sedation and monitoring patients during procedures.
• Must be able to provide nursing care to patients undergoing invasive diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac procedures.
• Must have physical capabilities to initiate crisis intervention measures and the ability and knowledge to perform in nursing care emergencies to include ACLS certification.
• Must be able to cover cardiology procedure clinics as needed and provide patient education.
• Must have ability to serve as a liaison between Cath/EP and the acute and ICU settings.
• Must be able to initiate cardiac and emergency IV infusions and monitor the patients.
• Must be able to be on call for the cardiac cath/EP lab and therefore be able to be on station for emergency procedures within 30‑minutes.
• Must demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills and tact in dealing with patients, families and staff.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in keyboarding and basic computer operations.

Additional duties may be assigned. Training will be provided if needed.