What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse Coordinator - A3 – Cardiac Lab/Cardiac Rehab/ECHO & EP position at CHRISTUS Health System?
The Cardiac Cath Lab consists of 6 angiographic suites, one of those being dedicated to Electrophysiology Procedures (EP), as well as a Hybrid OR suite. We do 4000 diagnostic and 900 interventional cardiology and peripheral procedures annually. Our procedures include Right/Left Heart Catheterizations, percutaneous coronary/peripheral interventions, AAA stent repairs, Transcutaneous Aortic Valve Repair (TAVR), EP Ablations, and pacemaker/ICD implants. We are a member of the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care, with door-to-balloon times of 60 minutes. Our employees have a combined experience level of well over 200 years on the team.
Summary:
Provides essential leadership and coordination of patient care services on the specified nursing unit; coordinates the allocation of staff and other resources according to departmental needs; facilitates the on-going achievement of the unit, department and facilities mission and goals; promotes the development and improvement of processes directed at providing quality, economical healthcare services; provides direct patient care on a routine basis.
Responsibilities:
This position will be responsible for assisting the department Director and/or Manager in daily operations. Assists the charge nurse with evaluation of admissions, discharges and patient flow. Supervise work activities of licensed and non-licensed associates. This position will be working a percentage of time as a staff nurse. Assists in communicating a shared vision, mission and values within the department. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates nursing care according to established standards, policies and procedures. Maintains an atmosphere that supports and encourages high performance, teamwork and continual improvement of associates.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Experience
- Five years clinical experience in an applicable nursing area (unit specific) preferred; Charge nurse experience preferred.
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
- Current Texas RN License
- CPR (American Heart Association)
- ACLS within 6 months of hire/transfer date
- For Shoreline Emergency Department: CPI within 90 days of hire/transfer date, TNCC within 18 months of hire/transfer date, ENPC or PALS within 18 months of hire/transfer date, and NIHSS within 90 days of hire/transfer date.
Work Schedule:
4 Days - 10 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time