Summary
This position cares for patients before, during and after an electrophysiology procedure. This position cares for Structural heart (including Watchman), Lead extractions, ablations, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients. This includes pre-procedure assessment, pre-medication, documentation of procedural process, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, mapping, post-procedure care and patient education.�
Responsibilities
- (35%)
- Performs nursing care for the above outlined procedures, but not limited to: � (35%)*�Circulate and assists during cases, including sterically drop procedural supplies on tray, scrubbing in the case, running for supplies. � (15%)*�Records all pertinent information on appropriate data sheets. � (15%)*�Assists Radiologic Technologists circulate cases, sterically drop procedural supplies on tray. � 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.
Certifications and Licensures
Credential: RN: Registered Nurse
Equivalent Experience
- Knowledge of the nursing techniques normally acquired through the completion of an Associate�s Degree in Nursing culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan.
- Qualification
- Source:
- Essential: true
- Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience
- Within 1 month of hire or transfer
- Qualification
- Source:
- AHA
- Essential: true
- Credential:ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Equivalent Experience
- Within 1 month of hire or transfer
- Qualification
- Source:
- Essential: true
Required
Education: ASSOC
Equivalent Experience
- Knowledge of the nursing techniques normally acquired through the completion of an Associate�s Degree in Nursing culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan.
- Education
- Specialization:
- NRG
- Essential: true
Other Information
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. �
- Preferred: Electrophysiology skills as gained through a minimum of 1 year of experience working in an electrophysiology lab environment � �
- 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.
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
Education: ASSOC
Equivalent Experience
- Knowledge of the nursing techniques normally acquired through the completion of an Associate�s Degree in Nursing culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan.
- Education
- Specialization:
- NRG
- Essential: true
Other Comments
Credential: RN: Registered Nurse
Equivalent Experience
- Knowledge of the nursing techniques normally acquired through the completion of an Associate�s Degree in Nursing culminating in licensure in the State of Michigan.
- Qualification
- Source:
- Essential: true
- Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support
Equivalent Experience
- Within 1 month of hire or transfer
- Qualification
- Source:
- AHA
- Essential: true
- Credential:ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Equivalent Experience
- Within 1 month of hire or transfer
- Qualification
- Source:
- Essential: true
