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Job Description SummaryThe Non-Invasive RN is responsible for assessing the nursing needs and initiating appropriate intervention for patients in the Non-Invasive Cardiology department. The nurse performs stress tests (nuclear, graded, lexiscan, Dobutamine), administers moderate sedation for TEE procedures, and manages patient drips.
Job Description

Essential Functions

Operate stress systemsAdministration of moderate sedation for TEE (Transesophageal Echo) procedurePrepare and administer medications needed for stress testingTransport patients to and from testing area as neededTurnover and clean stress/TEE rooms between proceduresUse principles of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank) to communicate/educate patients and their families prior to, during, and after their procedureComplete checkoffs prior to procedures to verify: H&P, lab results, consents, protocol adherence to chest pain accreditation.

Direct Reports

None

Qualifications

Minimum Experience RequiredTwo (2) years nursing experienceMinimum Experience PreferredTwo (2) years of cardiac med surg nursing preferredMinimum Education RequiredGraduate of an accredited school of nursingCurrent Alabama nursing licenseBLS certifiedACLS certified

Required Skills/Abilities

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writingAbility to communicate effectively in an emergent situationAbility to recognize changes in a patient’s condition and respond accordinglyAbility to titrate and monitor common cardiac drips

ShiftDayShift Details
FTE1
TypeRegular
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