Registered Nurse - Cath Lab (1695) at US Heart & Vascular

Tucson, Arizona, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Documentation, Surgical Procedures, Anesthesia, Monitoring, Communication, Teamwork, BLS, ACLS, Nursing, PACU, Cath Lab, Spanish Fluency, Patient Assessment, Equipment Management, Safety Compliance

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Details Job Location: Pima ASC - Ambulatory Surgery Center Main - Tucson, AZ 85704 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Associates Degree Job Shift: Day Job Category: Other Positions US Heart and Vascular is in need of a full-time Registered Nurse to join our team at Pima heart and Vascular Ambulatory Surgery Center in Tucson, AZ. Responsibilities: Informs patient about routine care and procedures related to the Perioperative experience. Documents preoperative care according to policy and procedures Transports patients to the operating room according to Surgery Center policy, safety requirements, and patient needs. Identifies the patient and correct surgical intervention according to Surgery Center policy and communicates with all surgical team members. Assesses and documents the patient's physical and emotional status upon arrival in the PACU. Documents post-anesthesia care and identity of second person in the PACU during the patient's recovery from anesthesia/sedation according to approved policies and procedures. Provides nursing care to meet patient needs related to surgical condition and type of anesthesia administered. Monitors patients and informs surgeon or anesthetist of observed complications. Reviews the patient’s medical record and needs to plan care with other health care team members. Explains intraoperative phase routine procedures and care to the patient. Prepares operating room according to the procedure to be performed and patient needs. Assembles and provides properly functioning equipment, supplies and instruments before start of procedure; positions and adjusts equipment as required during the procedure. Anticipates needs of the surgical team; assists anesthesia staff by supporting the patient during administration of anesthesia. Assists with the proper and safe positioning of the patient and prepares the operative site as directed by established procedure. Assists with identification and confirmation of operative site. Provides continuity of patient care by communicating with other Perioperative care personnel and documenting records appropriately. Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders and direction. Documents patient care records and other forms accurately according to Surgery Center policy. Accurately advises others responsible for patient care about the patient’s status. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Graduate of accredited school of nursing. Current state licensure. Operating room, PACU or Cath Lab experience. Basic Life Support (BLS). Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Post Anesthesia Care Unit experience is preferred but not required Fluent in Spanish is preferred but not required About Tucson, AZ: Tucson offers stunning desert landscapes, mountain views, and over 300 days of sunshine. It’s a haven for outdoor lovers, with great hiking, biking, and national parks. The cost of living is lower than in other Arizona cities, and the arts, dining, and community scene are vibrant. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse will inform patients about care and procedures, document preoperative and postoperative care, and monitor patients during their recovery. They will also prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team as needed.