Travel RN - Cath Lab - Electrophysiology; EP

Position: Travel RN - Cath Lab - Electrophysiology (EP)
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an Electrophysiology (EP) Lab position requiring a WI or compact RN license, prior ICU or cardiac cath lab experience, and expertise with advanced cardiac procedures.

Job Details

• Work in the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab within a hospital setting,

• Care for adult and geriatric patients undergoing complex cardiovascular and electrophysiology procedures,

• Responsibilities include participation in structural heart interventions, advanced interventional procedures, and heart transplant services,

• Schedule consists of day/evening 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts, Monday through Friday with required on-call responsibilities and 30-minute response time for weeknights and weekends,

• Floating is required to multiple units or locations based on staffing needs,

• Utilizes Epic for electronic medical record documentation,

• Traveler must reside at least 50 miles from the facility; local candidates not accepted,

Job Requirements

• Active WI or compact RN license in hand,

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association,

• Minimum two years of acute care experience as an RN within the last three years, specifically in ICU or cardiac cath/EP lab settings,

• Experience with moderate sedation, advanced cardiovascular and electrophysiology nursing, and basic arrhythmia interpretation required,

• Recent Epic EMR experience required, preferably within the last 12 months,

• Must pass a telemetry exam prior to start with a passing criteria of 100% identification of lethal rhythms and an 80% overall score; up to two attempts allowed,

• Basic physical ability to manage patient care from adolescent through geriatric populations,

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive patient care including assessment, medication administration, moderate sedation, circulating and scrubbing during EP and invasive cardiac procedures,

• Responsible for pre- and post-procedure patient assessment, care, and education,

• Work independently within a multidisciplinary heart and vascular team consisting of RNs, technologists, advanced practice providers, fellows, and physicians,

• Engage in shared governance and unit-based quality improvement initiatives,

• Participate in orientation that typically lasts about one week, with start dates and schedule based on department needs,

• First time travelers may be considered in some units,

• Holiday and weekend rotation coverage required,

• Must adhere to hospital dress code; scrubs required,

• Parking on site requires a permit, with other transportation options available,