Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Cardiovascular Specialist (RN/RT) - Electrophysiology Lab
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, North Carolina, United States, 27104
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. 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. 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. 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. 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
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. 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. Atrium Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug-free workplace.
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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. 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. 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. 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. 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
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. 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. Atrium Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides a drug-free workplace.
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