Cath Lab Staff Registered Nurse (RN)

JOB SUMMARY:

MGH nurses are committed to making an impact in the lives of their patients, and their colleagues. The MGH nurse is professionally engaged, possesses clinical expertise, has a spirit of inquiry, embraces learning and fosters the patient relationship. This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of competent, evidence-based care, which includes assessment, diagnosis, outcome identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Participates in decision making, teaching, mentoring, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to advance the patient plan of care. This position assesses, plans, implements and evaluates exercise sessions, life style changes, and educational offerings for patient.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

* Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
* Current Indiana Registered Nurse License.
* Minimum of one-year experience in hospital or related healthcare setting
* CPR certification or must obtain at next available class upon hire. Other advance life support may be required by unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

* Mathematical calculations and medication preparation and administration.
* Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
* Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
* Developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform patient care applications, echarting, email and other standards applications related to the department operations and job function.
* Strong customer service skills, with special emphasis on patient centered care.
* Ability to promote compassion and a therapeutic environment.
* Ability to provide clinical reasoning; decision-making and critical thinking.
* Ability to use independent judgment and discretion.
* Ability to analytically evaluate problem situations in-depth and come to independent, appropriate conclusions.
* Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.
* Ability to manage multiple issues simultaneously and appropriately prioritize based on patient needs.
* Basic working understanding of concepts of infection control principles to prevent the spread of infection to patients, self and others.
* Ability to react appropriately in any environment or situation.
* General awareness and understanding of legal implication of patient care activities and self-performance while performing job duties. .

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
* Work may be subject to interruptions and occasional high stress levels.
* Risk for occupational exposure to blood, body fluid and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
* Works with protected health information.
* Works in close proximity to patients and visitors.
* Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

* Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
* Use of computers and other standard office equipment.
* Pushing workstation on wheels to patient rooms.
* Lifting supplies and equipment typically found in clinical patient care areas.
* Operates equipment typically found in patient rooms.
* Must assist patients with mobility both in and out of bed.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability

Marion General Hospital is a smoke-free environment.

Location: Marion General Hospital
• Cath Lab
Schedule: Full Time, Days