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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Rochester, Minnesota

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Job Posting Number: 51247BR

Job Posting Title: Registered Nurse -- Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory

Job Posting Category: Nursing

Work Site: MN - Rochester

Department: Nursing

Job Description

The Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse performs as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team providing care to patients during their journey through the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory. Provides age specific care to patients ranging from infants to geriatric patients. Registered Nurses interact with patients in the outpatient, inpatient hospital and emergency settings. Per protocols, independently screen patients for various Cardiovascular, Cerebral vascular and Peripheral vascular diagnostic or interventional procedures. Provide pre, intra and post procedure assessment and education for patients undergoing these procedures. Collaborate with referring and procedural physicians to insure all protocol and educational needs of the patient are met prior to procedures. Provides moderate sedation and administers medications per protocols, ACLS guidelines and physician orders during procedures. Monitors for and respond to changes in, level of consciousness, ECG, respiratory, and hemodynamics. Recover patients post procedure in the Cardiac Cath Lab post procedure room until discharge criteria are met. Admits post interventional patients to appropriate receiving nursing unit. Coordinates post procedure assessments, care and discharge of the patient from the interventional nursing units. Offers self as a resource to nursing units and personnel, providing direction and guidance in solving patient and Cardiac Cath Lab issues. Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurses function as a patient advocate and act as a liaison between referring physician, patient, family, and procedural physician to ensure a smooth transition throughout their entire Cardiac Cath Lab journey. (001266/001268)

Basic Qualifications:

Student or Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate, associate, or diploma nursing program, as recognized by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN- formerly NLN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). If graduated from a nursing program that was not accredited by ACEN or CCNE, at least one year of RN experience (within the last 5 years) in an applicable care setting is required.

All associate degree or diploma registered nurses hired into the Department of Nursing with a RN start date after September 1, 2010, must provide documented evidence of program completion of their baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited nursing program within 5 years from the last day of the month of their RN start date.

Basic Cardiac Life Support for healthcare providers -- BCLS -- certificate of course completion required and must not expire within 3 months after start date. A scanned copy of the certificate of completion or transcripts, including your full name, must be attached to your profile to be considered.

We will only accept certificates of course completion from the following providers:

American Heart Association (Title: BLS for Healthcare Providers) Red Cross (Title: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers) Military Training Network

Other Qualifications:

Must be currently working or have worked in a PCU/ICU or ED setting within the last 2 years. BSN preferred. ACLS Required. PALS will be required within one year of hire. Excellent communication skills (verbal and written). Experience working in a team environment. Computer skills required, prior experience with electronic medical record systems preferred. Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, holidays, and weekends. Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting. Demonstrated leadership, effective communicator, and excellent critical thinking skills.

Internal applicants should submit their three most recent performance appraisals.

License or Certification:

Current RN license by applicable state requirements. Arizona and Florida: Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency. Midwest: Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross. Additional specialty certification/training as required by the work area.

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Exemption Status: Non-exempt

Hours/Pay Period: 80 hours per 2 week pay period

Schedule Details: Sunday -- Saturday; Variable shift rotation (days/evenings/nights); 8, 10, or 12-hr shifts (depending on role for the day) -- NOT NEGOTIABLE

Weekend Schedule: Weekend 1 of 12; off shift (night, weekend, holiday) approximately every 6 weeks -- NOT NEGOTIABLE

Compensation Detail: Education, experience, and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. The minimum pay rate is $31.61 per hour.

Staffing Specialist: Donna Kieffer

Company Statement:

Mayo Clinic provides the highest quality patient care by placing the needs of the patient first. You'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism and mutual respect --- and most importantly, a life-changing career. We invite you to join our diverse team as we provide health, hope and healing to people from all walks of life.

Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).