Share Email Opening Title Staff Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab  EOE Statement Foundation Surgical Hospital of Houston is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   About the Organization Integrity, Excellence, Stewardship, Accountability and Loyalty are the guiding principles that drive Foundation's blueprint for success. Foundation Surgical Hospital of Houston is dedicated to providing the highest quality and cost effective healthcare services to the communities we serve. Our goal is to create a healing environment through excellence in patient care, positive attitudes, and the energetic spirit of every one of our employees. We endeavor to be the premier provider of hospital services while utilizing technological advances in healthcare in an environment that is both physically and emotionally nurturing We will treat patients and co-workers in a kind and thoughtful manner while being sensitive to their individual needs. We will steadfastly practice the highest moral principals and professional standards, internally and externally. As a team, we will seek new knowledge, embrace ingenuity and strive to pioneer innovations for the good of our patients.   Description JOB SUMMARY Under the general direction of the Director of Surgical Services and the Manager of Cath Lab, the Registered nurse is responsible for professional nursing care and related assistance to the perioperative patients. The Registered Nurse is responsible for professional nursing care an related assistance to perioperative patients.  The Registered Nurse provides direction the Radiology Technologist and Cardiovascular Technologist and non-professional nursing personnel in providing direct patient care and in providing supervision of the Surgical Service area. The Registered Nurse sup[port the medical care of patients under the direction of the Medical Staff pursuant to the objective of University General Hospital. Applies knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span to identify patient and family requirements relative to age specific needs. PATIENT AGE GROUP SERVED Adolescent and Geriatric (65 years and older). This position from time to time requires that patients outside the normal age group/groups be cared for. In this event the person should consult available resources to provide the appropriate care. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Incumbent will assume responsibility for the efficient management of surgical cases assigned. Comprehensive knowledge of clinical components of care required in the Cath Lab to provide for direct patient care as well as comprehensive knowledge of medical and legal responsibilities in the Cath Lab. Makes certain all necessary equipment and supplies are available for posted cases.  Applies knowledge of principles of surgical asepsis require for the surveillance of the Cath Lab suite environment and provision of direct care services.  Organizes activities during surgical day to ensure all required assessments of the patients and the environment are completed and documented fully. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, workshops, and in-service meetings ect. Maintains awareness of current hospital and departmental operational standards which impact position responsibilities. Performs effectively in stressful situations to fulfill position responsibilities. Performs perioperative assessment of patients immediately prior to surgery. Assumes responsibility as circulator on assigned cases or monitor if another Registered Nurse is in the Cath Lab. Participates in a rotating call schedule to provide continuous availability of patient services.  Responds promptly to changes in workload, adjusting assignments as necessary to achieve optimal productive and efficiency. Communicates effectively with Medical Staff to facilitate coordination or patient care among all disciplines providing patient services. Cooperates with other personnel to achieve department objectives and maintain good employee relations with collaborative integration of the healthcare team.  Acts as patient advocate in obtaining care with questioning of orders or other practices as indicated using appropriate channels of communication. Participates in Performance Improvement and is able to articulate departmental PI/QC activities, one of the top four hospital-wide PI activities and able to state the methodology for PI issued by the organization. Demonstrates the components of the hospital’s core values of compassion, integrity and innovation. Demonstrates customer service standards by smiling, making eye contact, greeting each patient and visitor, seeing out patient and visitor contact, displaying appropriate body language at all times, taking time to go above and beyond for one patient/visitor each day, honoring diversity, thanking each customer. Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports all accidents and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace. Performs other duties as assigned.     Position Requirements EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS RN Licensure in the State of Texas, with a BSN preferred. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Three (3) years of General Cath Lab experience with experience in multi-specialties preferred. Six months to one year clinical experience in an acute care setting required. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED A current license to practice as an RN in the State of Texas BCLS ACLS   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Shift -not applicable-   Travel Requirements None   Pay Range Based on experience.   Position Staff Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab   Number of Openings 3   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Req Number NUR-14-00003   Location Foundation Surgical Hospital of Houston   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://UniversityGeneralHospital-Houston.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found -- Follow us

 

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