Description

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.

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

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