Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Cath Recovery Registered Nurse PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Las Palmas Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

We offer an excellent total compensation package, for various positions including competitive salary, excellent benefit package and growth opportunities. Your benefits include participation of 401k. We believe in our team and your ability to do excellent work with us. We would love to talk to you about this fantastic opportunity.

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Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Cath Recovery Registered Nurse PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY: The Cardiovascular Nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies and procedures of Las Palmas/Del Sol Medical Center and the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners. The Cardiovascular Nurse will supervise and provide feedback to the Director regarding patient care and is a clinical role model. In collaboration with the patient, the patient’s family, and other members of the health care team, the clinical RN assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and coordinates treatment plans. The Cardiovascular Nurse will be cross-trained to assist in the Hybrid OR, EP Lab, Heart Recovery, Non-invasive procedures to include EKG and stress testing. On-Call is required. Core Competencies will be assessed in accordance to the units’ specific patient population served.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrates advanced level of clinical skills and the ability to mentor others to improve the delivery of quality care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and application of the nursing process.
• Monitors and recognizes changes in the patient’s behavioral and physiological status; takes appropriate action based on assessment.
• Utilizes professional skills and judgment in delivering and/or delegating care for a group of patients.
• Participates and cooperates in the departmental based Quality Improvement processes.
• Supports, maintains and provides an environment which is supportive of quality patient care through effective use of personnel and resources.
• Plans and implements patient care and teaching based on a total assessment and the age of the patient. Ensures that consents, orders and documentation are present for procedures.
• Serves as a patient and family advocate with respect to the patient’s right to privacy by protecting confidential information and by informing the physicians of patient requests.
• Ensures sterile techniques and patient safety are maintained.
• Maintains department equipment, orders inventory for the Hybrid OR, Cath Lab, Heart recovery Unit, and non-invasive areas.
• Assures case charges are completed each day and ensures daily departmental pharmaceutical needs are met.
• Participates in Standby and On Call. Provides coverage for care of patients in the CVS departments on needed basis.
• Plans and implements department in-service program.
• Assists Director with PI data collection and report generation.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Basic Cardiac Life Support
• Advance Cardiac Life support within 6 months of hire
• RN licensure in State of Texas or Compact State

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma, Associates or Bachelors in Nursing.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a registered nurse

PREFERRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Reads and writes basic English with the skills necessary to understand and transfer physician’s orders and documentin medical record.
• Ability to move in excess of 100 pounds, with assistance from other personnel and/or equipment.
• Ability to listen, empathize and respond to patient, family and external partners needs.
• Knowledgeable of age appropriate medication dosages and medications commonly used in critical care.
• Knowledgeable of hemodynamic monitoring and intra-aortic balloon pumping.
• Ability to manage a team and work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• CCRN or Cardiac Specialty Nursing Certification.

Las Palmas Medical Center is a300+ bedfull-service hospital in El Paso. It is home tothe region’s onlykidney transplant center. The facility offers arange of servicesincluding emergency care with aLevel III trauma center, cardiac care, women’s services, pediatric care and NICU, cancer care, and more. Las Palmas Medical Center is part of Las Palmas Del Sol Healthcare. We are a leading healthcare provider for El Paso and the surrounding region that is part of HCA Healthcare.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for over a decade. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Cath Recovery Registered Nurse PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status