Cardiovascular Specialist (RN/RT) – Electrophysiology Lab

The Cardiovascular Specialist will deliver exceptional and streamlined patient care during Electrophysiology Lab procedures by documenting, circulating, and scrubbing. You will work alongside a care team of electrophysiologists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, and other specialists to provide state-of the art therapies for patients with simple to complex arrythmias.
 

Our Electrophysiology team is proud to be among the first in the region using a next-generation system that represents a major leap forward in AFib care – this leads to more flexibility and precision, helping improve safety, reduce risk, and shorten recovery times.

Position Highlights:

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 sign on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements.
• Department: Electrophysiology Lab – Specializes in the various electrical disorders of the heart, including heart rhythm disorders. Examples of procedures include: catheter ablations, implantable defibrillators, pacemakers, cardioversion, MAZE procedure, teletrace transmitter, and the Watchman.
• Location: Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a thriving, nationally renowned academic medical center and Level I Trauma Center that includes 885-beds. The medical center is centrally located in the state of North Carolina, which is known as “The Triad.”
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Education & Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current license as a Registered Nurse in NC and two years of RN experience preferred
  or 
• Completion of an Allied Health Technology Program (Radiologic Technology, Respiratory Therapy, etc.) with registry or license as it pertains to field of expertise and two years experience in a Cardiac Catheterization Lab preferred
  or
• Completion of Cardiovascular Interventional Program
   

Skills & Qualifications:

• Two years of experience of experience within registry/license scope preferred
• CPR certification upon hire; ACLS certification within 90 days
• Proficient in procedure room roles (Circulator, Recorder, Scrubbing)
• Competencies in: Ablation and device room set-up, simple ablation and device procedures, TEE guided cardioversions, and Implantable Loop Recorders
• Professional communication skills with diverse age groups
• Analytical skills for scheduling, equipment, and instruction comprehension

Job Responsibilities (Not Limited To):

• Emergency Preparedness: Ensure emergency equipment and supplies are always ready; Recognize and respond to potential emergency situations as needed.
• Ensure Safe & Therapeutic Environment: Promote safety practices & standards, maintain knowledge of equipment operation, adhere to equipment safety guidelines & report any malfunctions.
• Record Keeping: Complete & maintain accurate departmental records and logs in a timely manner by entering patient data and charges into electronic system, and safeguard patient privacy & confidentiality.
• Communication: Maintain professional relationship with patients, families, and colleagues through effective communication and responsiveness; sensitively address conflicts & concerns as needed.
• On-Call: Provides coverage for 24-hour emergency call for Cardiac Cath Lab. Rotating on call responsibilities with other staff members. Responding in a timely fashion (within 25 minutes) to emergency calls. Facilitating activities between departments to ensure prompt patient care.
• Patient Care: Monitor & evaluate patient stability during procedures, administer medications & treatments under supervision, and assist with advanced procedures.
• Education & Consultation: Offer mentorship and support to co-workers & trainees, participate in Continuing Education & in-service opportunities, and performs / maintains assigned point-of-care testing and annual competencies.
• Age-Specific Care: Provide age-appropriate care considering physical, mental, and developmental factors; Regularly update knowledge on age-specific guidelines.
   

If you are a RN or Allied Health professional looking to make a difference in patient care, we welcome you to be a part of our team at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. Join us and experience the fulfillment of providing exceptional healthcare in a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply today!