Electrophysiology Nurse RN

Summary

• *$15,000 Sign-On Bonus Available for qualified candidates**
• This position cares for patients before, during and after their electrophysiology procedure, including Pacemaker, ICD, CRT, Leadless devices and SVT, AFIB, AV node, Aflutter, VT PVC ablations, lead extraction and Watchman procedures. This includes pre-procedure assessment, pre-medication, documentation of procedural process, post-procedure care and patient education.

Responsibilities

• (25%)*Performs nursing care of the device implant, ablation, lead extraction and watchman patients (25%)
• Assisting with scrubbing, circulating cases and sterically dropping supplies on procedural tray (25%)
• Records all pertinent information appropriately the EMR (25%)
• Managing operating systems, equipment and supplies (Cardiolab, Micropace, Claris)

Certifications and Licensures

Required

Required

Required

Education

Other Information

Other duties and responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians to provide a plan of care for each individualized patient. Assists in other radiology/cardiology procedures as needed Performs clinical functions as needed Delegation and coordination of tasks and assignments of nursing care. Assumes the responsibility for processional growth by seeking out educational opportunities and utilizing programs in the hospital Precepts / mentors new employees and students MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by
• MyMichigan
• Health
• Education,
• Experience,
• AND
• TRAINING: Knowledge of critical care nursing as normally acquired through 2 years experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
• Physical/Mental
• Requirements
• AND
• TYPICAL
• WORKING
• CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death. Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes wearing lead and latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position. Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description. Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake. Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical
• Demand
• Level: Medium Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs. This position requires staff to wear Lead during the procedure.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)