What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab position at AMN Healthcare?
Doctors Medical Center Modesto is a full-service, comprehensive health care facility, dedicated to providing the finest medical care for the community. From preventative and diagnostic services, to expertise in some of the world's leading technologies, DMC's multidisciplinary team of physicians and healthcare professionals is dedicated to your good health and well-being. Recognized for innovative cardiac and neonatal intensive care to advanced stroke and trauma treatment, the outstanding doctors at DMC represent most major medical specialties and are committed to being there for you, when you need them most.
Position Summary
Principle duties consists of assisting physicians in monitoring, collecting, and processing radiological and physiological data during diagnostic and interventional examinations and studies such as both coronary and peripheral diagnostic angiograms, PCI's (Percutaneous Coronary Interventions), PTA's (Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty).
Monitors patients hemodynamically per department protocols and initiates appropriate interventions when indicated.
Assessed patients before, during, and post-procedure, and documents accordingly.
Prepares and educates patients and families prior to discharge.