Cardiovascular Specialist (RN/RT) - Cardiac Cath Lab

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Department: 36918 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - Cardiac Cath Lab Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Weekdays, 7:30am-4:00pm (unless otherwise discussed by manager) Call 1 night/week and every 5th weekend Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25 Where You Will Work: The Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center was the first in the Piedmont region that offered a hybrid catheterization-surgery lab. Our Lab combines sophisticated imaging technology with surgical suite capabilities to offer advanced therapies for heart and vascular conditions. Some procedures include: Valve repair with coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), percutaneous valve procedures, endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR), and thoracic endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR). The Cardiovascular Specialist will provide excellent and efficient patient care throughout the cardiac catheterization procedures by performing in various roles to include, but not limited to, physiologic monitoring, circulating, scrubbing, and those duties specific to licensure, certification, and/or registration. You will work alongside a care team, including cardiovascular surgeons and interventional cardiologists. Position Highlights: Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements. Location: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a thriving, nationally renowned academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center that includes 885-beds. The medical center is centrally located in the state of North Carolina, which is known as “The Triad.” Relocating? You may qualify for relocation assistance. Click here to learn more about the city of Winston-Salem. Additional compensation for on-call requirements Education Requirements: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current license as a Registered Nurse in NC or Completion of an Allied Health Technology Program (Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, etc.) with registry or license as it pertains to field of expertise or Completion of Cardiovascular Interventional Program Skills & Qualifications: Two years of experience of experience within registry/license scope preferred CPR certification upon hire Proficient in procedure room roles (Circulator, Recorder, Scrubbing) Professional communication skills with diverse age groups Analytical skills for scheduling, equipment, and instruction comprehension Job Responsibilities (Not Limited To): Emergency Preparedness: Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are always ready; Recognize and respond to potential emergency situations as needed. Ensure Safe & Therapeutic Environment: Promote safety practices & standards, maintain knowledge of equipment operation, adhere to equipment safety guidelines & report any malfunctions. Record Keeping: Complete & maintain accurate departmental records and logs in a timely manner by entering patient data and charges into electronic system, and safeguard patient privacy & confidentiality. Communication: Maintain professional relationship with patients, families, and colleagues through effective communication and responsiveness; sensitively address conflicts & concerns as needed. On-Call: Provides coverage for 24-hour emergency call for Cardiac Cath Lab. Rotating on call responsibilities with other staff members. Responding in a timely fashion (within 25 minutes) to emergency calls. Facilitating activities between departments to ensure prompt patient care. Patient Care: Monitor & evaluate patient stability during procedures, administer medications & treatments under supervision, and assist with advanced procedures. Education & Consultation: Offer mentorship and support to co-workers & trainees, participate in Continuing Education & in-service opportunities, and performs / maintains assigned point-of-care testing and annual competencies. Age-Specific Care: Provide age-appropriate care considering physical, mental, and developmental factors; Regularly update knowledge on age-specific guidelines. If you are a RN or Allied Health professional looking to make a difference in patient care, we welcome you to be a part of our team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Join us and experience the fulfillment of providing exceptional healthcare in a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply today! 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About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. 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