Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Interventional RN for a Cath Lab/Operating Room position requiring 2 years of critical care experience and a NJ or compact RN license.

Details

• Operating Room unit with focus on interventional radiology and cath lab procedures
• Perioperative and Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) responsibilities included
• AM shift schedule, 7a-8p, 3 days per week for 36 hours
• On-call required as needed
• Floating to a sister hospital nearby may be required
• Uses Epic for charting

Requirements

• Active NJ or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of critical care experience required
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
• Experience with patient education, safe transfer techniques, and proper body mechanics
• Perioperative team experience and PAT knowledge preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care across the perioperative continuum, including pre-op and post-op assessment and education
• Perform thorough, systematic patient assessments across all age groups from pediatric to geriatric
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation in accordance with nursing process standards
• Support timely completion of Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) and evaluate orders for appropriateness
• Follow National Patient Safety Goals including Universal Protocol and two-patient identifier practices
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures, anesthesia types, and related equipment
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• Travelers may stay on assignment up to one calendar year from initial start date before requiring a break