Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab
Texas Children's Hospital
Austin, TX

Registered Nurse (RN) - Inpatient Cath Lab

At Texas Children's North Austin, we are excited to announce an opening for a Registered Nurse with a background in Cath Lab or Electrophysiology (EP) who is eager to expand their skills in our multi-modality lab. Our suite provides a variety of services, including Interventional Radiology, Neuro Interventional Radiology, Cardiology, and EP services. Texas Children's Hospital North Austin Campus is more than just a new hospital; we are bringing the most advanced pediatric and women's care to a city that is helping move the world forward. Come be part of our team! Job Duties & Responsibilities * Assists in the collection of patient/family data that may include biophysical, psychosocial, developmental, cultural, and environmental information per site protocol * Collects and documents vital signs, height/weight and reason for visit * Prepares patient for examination per site protocol * Assists provider, as directed, during treatments, examinations and testing as directed by provider and within scope of site * Administers medication and immunizations as directed by physician per site protocol * Documents administration of medication and immunizations in the medical record per site protocol * Provides patient/family education as instructed by the physician or site protocol * Documents such education in the medical record * Coordinates referrals * Triages presenting patient complaint per site protocol * Verifies provider order and patient per site protocol * Collects and processes specimen according to manufacturer's instructions and using proper technique * Demonstrates service philosophies to patients and families As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards. Skills & Requirements * Bachelor's degree in nursing or one of the following: * Associate degree in nursing/related field accepted by the Texas Board of Nursing for the purposes of obtaining and maintaining an RN license with acceptance or current enrollment in a BSN program and a signed agreement * Technical Diploma in Nursing with acceptance or current enrollment in a BSN program and signed agreement * Must be currently enrolled in A Nursing Bridge Program working toward an MSN. Verified BSN-equivalency or a signed agreement is required. * RN License - Texas Board of Nursing or Nurse Licensure Compact * Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association required * 1 Year Professional Nursing Experience Required * Cath Lab experience preferred