Cardiovascular Specialist; RN​/RT - Electrophysiology Lab

Overview

Join to apply for the Cardiovascular Specialist (RN/RT) - Electrophysiology Lab role at Atrium Health.

This range is provided by Atrium Health. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$34.90/hr - $52.35/hr

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 sign on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements.
• Department:
  Electrophysiology Lab – Specializes in the various electrical disorders of the heart, including heart rhythm disorders. Examples of procedures include: catheter ablations, implantable defibrillators, pacemakers, cardioversion, MAZE procedure, teletrace transmitter, and the Watchman.
• Location:
  
  Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – a thriving, nationally renowned academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center with 885 beds. Relocation assistance may be available.

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current license as a Registered Nurse in NC and two years of RN experience preferred, or
• Completion of an Allied Health Technology Program (Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, etc.) with registry or license as it pertains to field of expertise and two years experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Lab preferred, or
• Completion of Cardiovascular Interventional Program

• Two years of experience within registry/license scope preferred
• CPR certification upon hire; ACLS certification within 90 days
• Proficient in procedure room roles (Circulator, Recorder, Scrubbing)
• Competencies in:
  Ablation and device room setup, simple ablation and device procedures, TEE guided cardioversions, and Implantable Loop Recorders
• Professional communication skills with diverse age groups
• Analytical skills for scheduling, equipment, and instruction comprehension

• Emergency Preparedness:
  Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are always ready; recognize and respond to potential emergency situations as needed.
• Ensure Safe & Therapeutic Environment:
  Promote safety practices and standards, maintain knowledge of equipment operation, adhere to equipment safety guidelines and report any malfunctions.
• Record Keeping:
  Complete and maintain accurate departmental records and logs in a timely manner by entering patient data and charges into electronic system, and safeguard patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Communication:
  Maintain professional relationship with patients, families, and colleagues through effective communication and responsiveness; address conflicts and concerns as needed.
• On-Call:
  Provides coverage for 24-hour emergency call for Cardiac Cath Lab. Rotating on-call responsibilities with other staff members. Responding in a timely fashion (within 25 minutes) to emergency calls. Facilitating activities between departments to ensure prompt patient care.
• Patient Care:
  Monitor and evaluate patient stability during procedures, administer medications and treatments under supervision, and assist with advanced procedures.
• Education & Consultation:
  Offer mentorship and support to co-workers and trainees, participate in Continuing Education and in-service opportunities, and perform / maintain assigned point-of-care testing and annual competencies.
• Age-Specific Care:
  Provide age-appropriate care considering physical, mental, and developmental factors; regularly update knowledge on age-specific guidelines.

For RN or Allied Health professionals seeking to make a difference in patient care, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist welcomes you to join our team. Apply today!