Electrophysiology (EP) Nurse

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·        Assist physicians during EP procedures (e.g., ablations, device implants, cardioversions)

·        Operate and assist with EP equipment and mapping systems

·        Completes and verifies surgical documents

·        Ensures the correct site and correct procedure through involvement in the time-out process and verifying the patient’s identity

·        Assesses the patients for allergies and other pre-existing conditions

·        Prepares and positions patients for surgery

·        Maintain sterile technique and adhere to infection prevention standards

·        Performs counts of surgical items prior to operating and after to ensure none are retained in the patient

·        Administers and charts medications as ordered by the physician

·        Administer moderate sedation per organizational policy (if applicable)

·        Continuously monitor cardiac rhythm, hemodynamic status, and patient response

·        Communicates with patients, teammates, and physicians to ensure continuity of care

·        Assists with room turnover in between cases

·        Recognizes and responds appropriately in emergency situations

·        Performs certain laboratory/diagnostic tests as well as analyze results

·        Other duties as assigned