at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Title:
Registered Nurse 2 – Electrophysiology Lab, FT 10K SIGN ON BONUS
Department:
Electrophysiology
Shift:
1st
Full/Part:
Active Regular FT (72 to 80 hours per pay period)
Specialty:
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Job Number:
2023-0200
Job Description:
Registered Nurse 2 – Electrophysiology Lab
Full Time – 1st Shift
4 – 10 hour shifts
10K Sign On Bonus Offer!!!
The EP RN II will provide quality patient care in a critical, clinical and technical environment for patients undergoing non-invasive, invasive and interventional cardiac procedures. These procedures include Electrophysiology Studies, Catheter Ablations, CRT insertion and follow-up, Permanent Pacemaker insertion and follow-up, ICD insertion and follow-up testing, tilt table tests, cardioversions and Transtelephonic Monitoring. The EP RN II is responsible for becoming proficient in the use of such technical equipment as the hemodynamic monitoring system, stimulator, complex 3-D mapping systems, RF ablation systems, intracardiac echocardiography, and multiple device programmers.
Position Highlights:
+ Unique nurse, physician, family programs result in high level of teamwork.
+ Shared governance model gives a voice to nursing staff and is demonstrated daily in family centered daily rounds
Clinical Responsibilities
1. Provides direct nursing care to patients undergoing electrophysiologic procedures, including: pre-EPS teaching, clinical monitoring of the patients overall condition throughout procedure, institution or assistance in providing emergency measure as necessary, preparation and administration of medication and IV sedation (moderate and deep) under the direction of the physician, monitor hemodynamic status throughout procedure, anticipates changes in patients condition during arrhythmia inductions.
2. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of cardiac arrhythmias, and cardiac anatomy and physiology.
3. Responsible for performance of pacemaker, ICD and CRT evaluations including thresholds, programming, and interpretation of diagnostics on patients whose condition requires an advanced level of nursing skill. Demonstrates understanding of device function and the ability to troubleshoot malfunctions. Recognizes the impact of programming on patients’ condition.
4. The nurse complies with and is aware of radiation safety standards and practice.
5. Serves as on-call and late nurse on a rotating basis to cover late cases and emergency procedures on weekends, holidays, and off-hours.
Technical Expertise
1. Assists with preparation, operation and termination of procedural equipment specific to diagnostic and interventional
EP procedures.
2. Provides technical services for device implants, including the measurement of lead-electrode parameters, pulse generator output parameter and monitoring of the electrocardiogram, under the supervision of the implanting physician during lead insertion. In this role, the nurse will also provide pacemaker accessories and instruments as well as the pulse generator and lead electrode device. The nurse will have a thorough understanding of product lines.
+ 3. Accurately operates all device manufacturer programmers for pacemakers, ICD’s and CRT devices, identifies emergency back-up pacing and stat shocks on all programmers.
Position Qualifications Include:
+ The optimal candidate will have at least two years experience in the following areas: CCU, ICU, or Surgical Intensive Care – primarily caring for cardiovascular patients.
+ Ability to start and manage intravenous infusions is a must for an EP nurse.
+ Candidates should have valid CPR and ACLS certifications.
+ Computer skills are required
Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements
Company Highlights:
+ Ranked among the top academic medical centers in the country, Rush University Medical Center is an outstanding place to enhance your career. Everything we do centers on one goal: improving patient care.
+ Rush was ranked Best Hospital in Illinois for Nurses in 2017 by Nurse.org.
+ Ranked among the top 20 best places to work in healthcare by Indeed.
+ For the fourth consecutive time, all three Rush System hospitals have received an “A” grade for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group.
+ In U.S. News & World Report’s 2017-2018 Best Hospitals issue, Rush ranked among the top 50 hospitals in 8 of 16 categories.
+ Leading academic medical center, acute care hospital w/ 664 licensed beds.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
