Per Diem / PRN Nurse RN - Electrophysiology Lab - $43-78 per hour
Company: Valley Medical Center
Location: Renton
Posted on: January 29, 2025
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Job Description:
Valley Medical Center is seeking a per diem / prn nurse RN
Electrophysiology Lab for a per diem / prn nursing job in Renton,
Washington.Job Description & Requirements
Job Description:
Job Description
Department of Patient Care Services
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and
essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of
responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands and work
environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and
revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.
TITLE: Registered Nurse - Electrophysiology (EP RN)
OVERVIEW: The Electrophysiology Nurse (EP RN) will assist
cardiovascular providers in scrubbing, monitoring and circulating
electrophysiology procedures including pacemakers, defibrillators,
and endocardial ablation of various arrhythmias. The position will
work under the direction of the EP Clinical Coordinator and closely
with the Technologists in the department.
AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Radiology Services, Angio Labs and SPCU
HOURS OF WORK: Variable Weekdays (No weekends, No Call)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Manager
PREREQUISITES:
Registered Nurse in the state of Washington required, BSN
preferred.
Two years of recent EP Lab experience.
Proficiency in scrubbing, monitoring/recording and circulating EP
procedures.
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist or acquired within
twelve months of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ACLS)
certification required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to critcally think, problem solve and customized nursing
care for complex clinical scenarios.
Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in
English.
Able to learn new skills easily, quickly and effectively.
Demonstrates a positive team concept, including flexibility and
adaptability in a climate of positive departmental change.
Demonstrates professionalism and effective interpersional skills in
a diverse population.
Functions within ANA Standards and Nurse Practice Act.
Neat and well-groomed appearance.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING
CONDITIONS:
Must be able to provide safe patient handling as defined in VMC's
Safe Patient Handling guidelines and policies to safely and
appropriately transfer or move patients (or objects) of varying
abilities, weights, and amounts of staff assistance. Must be able
to lift from the floor to overhead levels and carry items at waist
level weight up to 40 pounds. Requires ability to participate in
team lifting. Must be able to operate patient lifting equipment and
patient handling devices accurately and safely. Requires the
ability to stoop, bend, reach, crouch, and squat. Requires standing
and walking for extensive periods of time as required for patient
care, moving patients or supplies to other units, hourly rounding,
bedside shift report and other nursing duties. Requires full body
range of motion including ability to reach from floor to overhead
levels, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Requires corrected vision, hearing to normal range, and ability to
distinguish colors.
Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical
Support Partner.
Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
Operates electrophysiology specialty equipment including but not
limited to 3D mapping systems, stimulation systems, intracardiac
echocardiography, EP monitoring/recording system and cardiac device
programmers.
Serves as a role model and expert resource for both internal and
external customers regarding standards of care for
electrophysiology procedures.
Integrates new staff and agency staff into the culture of the
unit.
Demonstrates expertise in trouble shooting EP specialty equipment
used during procedures.
Demonstrates expertise in the use of radiological equipment &
safety and shielding techniques.
Implements safe, competent and efficient care to patients within
hospital and departmental policies, procedures and standards across
a variety of populations and complexity of situations.
Systematically and continuously collects, assesses and documents
data in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to provide
procedural care.
Assures that informed patient consent has been obtained and that
all questions and concerns have been answered to the patient's
satisfaction. Ensures Universal Protocol standards are followed and
met for all invasive procedures.
Maintains awareness of Joint Commission standards, state codes, and
practice acts. Routinely monitors documentation, compliance with
standards, and facilitates rapid turn-around cycles.
Accepts personal responsibility to maintain competencies for direct
patient care and team leadership.
Communicates and collaborates with bed placement and the clinical
resources to ensure clinical placement is appropriate and
expedited.
Maintain daily safety checklists for various equipment (crash
cart/defibrillator, etc.)
Document equipment problems in service logs and initiate service
calls.
Transports patients as necessary utilizing appropriate safety
resources.
Other related duties as assigned.
Created: 8/18
Grade: SEIU RN
FLSA: NE
CC: 7142
UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #2024-1505. Posted job
title: Registered Nurse - Electrophysiology (Ep Rn)About Valley
Medical CenterAt Valley Medical Center, we witness the
extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It's a
humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our
purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle,
Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its
early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare
provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital
walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care,
and specialty clinics throughout South King County.
Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health
of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect,
trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others,
both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of
a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our
community and one another. If this excites and motivates you,
consider joining our team!
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