Open Position: RN - Cath Lab

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $3157.40

Opportunity:

RN - Cath Lab

Job Details:

* Interventional Radiology (IR) experience is a plus
* Minimum 2 years of experience preferred; at least 1 year required
* First-time travelers not accepted
* 4 weekend shifts required per contract
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH
* On-call required based on unit needs with a 30-minute response time; call shifts can average 10 shifts within a 6-week period, including one weekend of call
* Compact nursing license must be in hand at time of submission
* Scheduling type is variable; block schedule accommodated at manager's discretion
* Pending licenses not accepted
* All RTO requests must be submitted at time of submission
* Facility may call off once per two-week pay period
* Scrub color: Navy Blue for RNs; scrubs provided for L&D/OR/Cath Lab
* Charting system: Epic
* Parking cost: Hang-tag $10.00; Key-card $35.00; $38 per pay period at hospital or $16 per pay period at offsite parking
* Care for adult and geriatric patient populations
* Daily census of 3 scheduled cases with up to 9 cases per day including ER
* 4-room, 4-bed unit with interdisciplinary support including Respiratory Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Pharmacy, and Transportation
* Patient diagnoses include ST-elevated MIs, non-ST-elevated MIs, chest pain, Takotsubo syndrome, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmias including complete heart block, SVTs and ventricular rhythms, embolic and hemorrhagic strokes, and peripheral vascular diseases
* Procedures include LHC, RHC, coronary angiograms, coil and sphere embolizations for stroke, PTCA, angioplasty, intra-aortic balloon pump placement, electrophysiological studies and ablations, visceral angioplasty, and intravascular ultrasound
* Medications used include Nitro, Epinephrine, Neosynephrine, Norepinephrine, TPA, Lasix, and Isuprel
* Special equipment includes Acist injector for contrast, intravascular ultrasound, fractional flow reserve gradient measurement system, Phillips hemodynamic monitoring system, Penumbra thrombectomy device, Impella left ventricular assist device, intra-aortic balloon pump, and Rotoblator atherectomy device
* Required skills include antihypertensives, diagnostic cardiac cath lab, IABP placement/removal, interpretation/management of dysrhythmias, IV vasopressors, left and right heart catheterization, procedural sedation administration/monitoring, pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring, thrombolytics, ventilator management, and Lasix drips
* Must commit to working 3 of the 5 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day
* 2 professional references required covering 1 year within the last 3 years

Facility:

This acute care hospital features 266 staffed beds and is situated in a beachside location, offering a unique and desirable work environment. The facility provides a full range of cardiac and interventional services supported by a robust interdisciplinary team including respiratory services, phlebotomy, radiology, pharmacy, and transportation. The unit operates with advanced specialized equipment and handles a diverse range of complex cardiac and vascular procedures, making it an excellent environment for experienced cath lab nurses.

Location:

Eureka, CA

Eureka offers a stunning coastal setting along Northern California's rugged Pacific shoreline, known for its Victorian architecture, redwood forests, and scenic waterfront. Outdoor enthusiasts will find endless recreational opportunities including hiking, kayaking, and whale watching, making it an exceptional destination for healthcare professionals seeking adventure alongside their career.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.