PURPOSE OF POSITION
Purpose of this position is to work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team and maintain high standards of nursing care within the heart and vascular center.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS ·         Identifies each patient and reviews each physician order for consistency of exam ordered with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information. Records pertinent data at all times.
·         Assesses patient condition, ensures patient safety through proper use of support/immobilization devices, and proper transport/transfer technique with regard given to the age of the patient.
·         Assists the physicians during invasive imaging and treatment procedures including;
o   Scrubbing to provide direct assistance during vascular access, including assistance with wire, catheter, balloon, stent and other diagnostic treatment devices
o   Administration of opaque contrast media via catheter or direct injection under the direction of a physician.
o   Image review and manipulation, selection of appropriate exam sets, filming and appropriate labeling and archiving of pertinent acquired images.
·         Gather and review all the proper patient information needed prior to procedure. (ie. Lab work, images, consent, etc.)
·         Communicates all pertinent information to patient or person responsible.
·         Will have knowledge of the supplies and equipment used in the Hybrid OR.
·         Works closely and assist the physician, PA or RPA during all procedures using proper sterile technique.
·         Dispenses appropriate preparations to patients as indicated by departmental protocol and/or physician order.
·         Explain exams/procedures to patients and address any questions or concerns.
·         Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures and table preparation.
·         Consistently practices aseptic techniques, and strictly obeys isolation and infection control procedures.
·         Cleans and disinfects equipment after every patient use.
·         Straightens, cleans, and disinfects the equipment and room after every patient use to meet infection control standards, and makes sure the room is restaged and resupplied prior to leaving a shift to enhance efficiencies in processes of patient throughput and supply ordering and stocking.
·         Must demonstrate reliability when on-call, back up call, or standby and must maintain appropriate proximity and availability to the hospital and department; must report to work within defined time frame to support and perform duties related to cases that are urgent, emergent, or necessary outside of normal departmental posted business hours.
·         Follows all current policies and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for patients, other team members, and oneself.
·         Follows all infection control guidelines including universal blood and body fluid precautions.
·         Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications and participating in professional organizations.   Job Requirements   Minimum Education: BSN preferred, BLS and ACLS required                                        Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio Minimum Experience: Two years CVOR, Interventional Radiology, Invasive Heart Lab, or Critical Care Experience required, with Hybrid OR experience preferred. Exceptional organizational skills Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong interpersonal skills Ability to teach and orient staff Good judgment Ability to work in a stressful environment   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 
WORKING CONDITIONS:
·         Primarily day shift with changing start time. Weekend, holiday and afternoon call.
·         Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day. 
·         Sitting/standing/moving about during working hours 
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ADDENDUM
 
O = Occasionally = 0- 33% of the work shift or   0- 32   repetitions.
F = Frequently = 34-66% of the work shift or 32-200+ repetitions.            
C = Constantly = 67-100% of the work shift or 200+ repetitions.
N = Not essential job requirement.
 
C             Standing
C             Walking
O             Lifting (70 pounds)
O             Carrying (70 pounds)
O             Pushing (70 pounds)
N             Climbing with (70 pounds)
O             Stooping/Bending
O           Twisting/Turning
O             Kneeling/Squatting
O             Crawling
O             Reaching Up/Reaching Forward
 
 
HAZARDOUS EXPOSURE CATEGORY
Category III