RN - Pre/Post Procedure Care - Outpatient Cardiology Center

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift:

Monday through Friday. (4) 10-hour shifts. 05:30am to 4pm or 8am to 06:30pm. No call, no weekends, no holidays, no nights.

Summary of the Job:

Responsible and accountable for a group of patients during a designated time frame and to provide care to these patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members.  Supervises the activities of Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Assistants, Monitor Technicians, Certified Nursing Assistance, Nurse Technicians and Unit Clerks that may be involved in the care of patients within the department.

Based on RN role:

• Non-Invasive Cardiology - Performs essential functions needed to carryout Stress Testing, Transesophageal Echo, Cardioversion, Tilt Table Testing, Holter Monitor Scanning, Bubble Study, & EKG. 
• Pre/Post Procedure Care - Accountable for planning and directing the pre-operative and post-operative care of every patient undergoing non-invasive & invasive procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successfully completed Board Certified Nursing Program
• Current LA RN License required
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

 
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 20 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) - hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching

Contact Information:

Reuben K. Dunn, HR Talent Partner

Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

EMPLOYMENT

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