Job Description:

Charge Nurse

Cardiac Cath Lab

40 Hours Weekly, Full Time, Dayshift

About the Unit:

The Cardiac Cath Lab has five rooms and a non-invasive room all staffed by nurses and special procedures radiologic technologists. Nurses assist in various procedures including balloon angioplasty , catheter ablation, pulmonary vein ablation, coronary stenting , and the advance practice of radial catheterizations . A year of experience in Cath Lab, critical care or open heart recovery is desired . BCLS and ACLS are required .

Job Summary:

The CN is an entry-level management position responsible for assisting with the coordination of care on designated shifts. He/she will provide leadership to the staff members of the unit in the area of patient care.

Requirements:

Experience:

1. Two years relevant patient-care experience required.

2. Prior experience as charge nurse preferred

3. Exhibits growing knowledge of nursing theory and practice

Education:

1. Active Kentucky RN license

2. BLS and ACLS Required

Clinical attributes:

1. Skill in interpersonal and interdepartmental relations.

a. Practices good written and oral communication skills

b. Possesses skill in problem identification and resolution

2. Demonstrates ability to handle stressful situations in a calm manner

3. Displays exceptional public relations skills

4. Exhibits self motivation in meeting educational needs

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Employees will be expected to comply with Baptist Health’s infectious disease and vaccination policies, which include but may not be limited to compliance with BHS’ mandatory vaccination policies for influenza and COVID unless reasonable accommodations are needed under applicable law

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.