University of Iowa
Staff Nurse, Adult Electrophysiology Lab UI Heart and Vascular Center
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52245
Nursing Opportunity At UI Heart And Vascular Center
Qualified candidates in our procedural areas may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $15,000. The UI Heart and Vascular Center is seeking a full-time (100%) Staff Nurse to provide direct nursing care to patients undergoing Electrophysiology (EP) procedures and ensure open and effective channels of communication with patients, family/caregivers, and all health care team members involved in the pre/intra/post-care of EP patients. Procedures include (but are not limited to): RF ablations, cryoablations, system extraction, and cardiac device implants. UI Heart & Vascular Center is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best hospital in the state for cardiology and heart surgery patient care. Work authorization in the U.S. is required; sponsorship is not available for this role. Schedule: Monday Friday, 4 - 10 hour day shifts. Rotating late-stay assignment required. No call. Duties to include: Provide pre/intra/post procedure nursing care (assessment, monitoring, intervention and education) related to diagnostic and interventional procedures. Monitor, scrub, or circulate as required. Transport patient to/from pre-post recovery and/or inpatient unit. Administer intravenous and oral medications to patients. Manage patients under procedural sedation. Assist in the collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases. Actively monitor patient during cardiac studies (vitals, etc.). Participate in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed. Obtain/record hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data using hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment. Prep patient and equipment for EP procedures (including but not limited to: site entry, draping, arrangement of sterilized instruments/catheters, calibrating/setting up pressure transducers and tubing). Troubleshoot equipment issues and/or initiate repair. Actively coordinate in patient/lab scheduling to help ensure procedural success; patient comfort, safety and satisfaction; maximum lab/provider efficiency. Ensure/monitor adequate levels of all supplies are available in procedural room(s). Stock as needed. Demonstrate competency in the following: conscious sedation administration, 3D mapping, EP recording, pacing stimulation, ablation generators, and recognition of cardiac rhythms. Apply nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health, illness, and procedure. Positively collaborate and coordinate the continuum of care within a multi-disciplinary team and across divisions/units. Provide effective communication/counsel patient, caregiver and/or family member as needed. Serve as clinical preceptor to new and/or agency nursing staff. Perform patient care according to patient priority, and departmental, divisional, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain safe environment. Follow policies and procedures in accordance with regulations set forth by the University of Iowa Health Care. Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; pride in work performed; flexibility in acceptance of assignments while consistently maintaining professional behavior and appearance. May be required to train and provide cross-coverage for adult cardiac catheterization lab and/or float to Cardiovascular Pre and Post Recovery Unit. Perform other duties as assigned. University of Iowa Health Carerecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Education Requirement: An Associate's Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Experience Requirement: Direct nursing care in a Cath/Electrophysiology Lab, or, ED, and/or Telemetry Unit or ICU or procedural experience. Demonstrated history of positive and professional interactions with patients, families, professional health care staff, and interdisciplinary team members. Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize critical thinking skills, decisive judgment. Rotating late-stay assignment required. Certification/Licensure Requirement: Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required. Current license to practice nursing in Iowa required. Desired Qualifications: 1 year direct nursing care in an Electrophysiology Lab within last 6 months. Demonstrated competency in device implantation, interrogation, programming, and troubleshooting. If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program. Previous EPIC experience. CEPS or RCES certification. In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Qualified candidates in our procedural areas may be eligible for a sign-on incentive of up to $15,000. The UI Heart and Vascular Center is seeking a full-time (100%) Staff Nurse to provide direct nursing care to patients undergoing Electrophysiology (EP) procedures and ensure open and effective channels of communication with patients, family/caregivers, and all health care team members involved in the pre/intra/post-care of EP patients. Procedures include (but are not limited to): RF ablations, cryoablations, system extraction, and cardiac device implants. UI Heart & Vascular Center is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the best hospital in the state for cardiology and heart surgery patient care. Work authorization in the U.S. is required; sponsorship is not available for this role. Schedule: Monday Friday, 4 - 10 hour day shifts. Rotating late-stay assignment required. No call. Duties to include: Provide pre/intra/post procedure nursing care (assessment, monitoring, intervention and education) related to diagnostic and interventional procedures. Monitor, scrub, or circulate as required. Transport patient to/from pre-post recovery and/or inpatient unit. Administer intravenous and oral medications to patients. Manage patients under procedural sedation. Assist in the collection of arterial and venous blood samples and respiratory gases. Actively monitor patient during cardiac studies (vitals, etc.). Participate in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed. Obtain/record hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data using hemodynamic and electrical amplifiers and digital and line fluoroscopic equipment. Prep patient and equipment for EP procedures (including but not limited to: site entry, draping, arrangement of sterilized instruments/catheters, calibrating/setting up pressure transducers and tubing). Troubleshoot equipment issues and/or initiate repair. Actively coordinate in patient/lab scheduling to help ensure procedural success; patient comfort, safety and satisfaction; maximum lab/provider efficiency. Ensure/monitor adequate levels of all supplies are available in procedural room(s). Stock as needed. Demonstrate competency in the following: conscious sedation administration, 3D mapping, EP recording, pacing stimulation, ablation generators, and recognition of cardiac rhythms. Apply nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health, illness, and procedure. Positively collaborate and coordinate the continuum of care within a multi-disciplinary team and across divisions/units. Provide effective communication/counsel patient, caregiver and/or family member as needed. Serve as clinical preceptor to new and/or agency nursing staff. Perform patient care according to patient priority, and departmental, divisional, and/or unit policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain safe environment. Follow policies and procedures in accordance with regulations set forth by the University of Iowa Health Care. Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility; pride in work performed; flexibility in acceptance of assignments while consistently maintaining professional behavior and appearance. May be required to train and provide cross-coverage for adult cardiac catheterization lab and/or float to Cardiovascular Pre and Post Recovery Unit. Perform other duties as assigned. University of Iowa Health Carerecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Education Requirement: An Associate's Degree in Nursing, a Diploma in Nursing, a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Professional Masters of Nursing and Healthcare Practice (MNHP), MSN/Clinical Nurse Leader or a Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN, MA) is required. Experience Requirement: Direct nursing care in a Cath/Electrophysiology Lab, or, ED, and/or Telemetry Unit or ICU or procedural experience. Demonstrated history of positive and professional interactions with patients, families, professional health care staff, and interdisciplinary team members. Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize critical thinking skills, decisive judgment. Rotating late-stay assignment required. Certification/Licensure Requirement: Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required. Current license to practice nursing in Iowa required. Desired Qualifications: 1 year direct nursing care in an Electrophysiology Lab within last 6 months. Demonstrated competency in device implantation, interrogation, programming, and troubleshooting. If Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is not yet obtained, active enrollment in a BSN program. Previous EPIC experience. CEPS or RCES certification. In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents: Resume Cover Letter Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.