Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Rockford, IL
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Rotating
$3,168/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftRotating
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Interventional Radiology Nurse, Cath Lab Nurse or Special Procedures Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Cath Lab
Location: Rockford, Illinois
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Shift: Day shift with on-call rotation (weeknights, weekends, and holidays)
Job Summary
Seeking an experienced Cath Lab RN with cardiovascular intervention experience. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to provide critical care, performing patient assessments, administering medications and treatments, and developing individualized patient care plans. The RN will also participate in performance improvement activities, support patient and family education, and engage in professional development.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Illinois
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 1 year of Interventional Radiology experience within the last year
- Cardiac Cath Lab experience
- Current certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- National Institute of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize nursing process and critical thinking in patient care
- Perform assessments, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to standards and policies
- Ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation
- Develop and execute individualized patient care plans
- Provide patient and family education
- Participate in unit performance improvement and shared governance activities
- Provide clinical expertise and guidance to other units/departments
- Manage complex patient safety situations and delegate appropriately
- Engage in continuous learning and support evidence-based practice guidelines
- Participate in peer review and feedback opportunities
Additional Information
- Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Rockford, IL
As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Rockford, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Rockford, IL is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- Average summer highs in Rockford, IL are around 83°F, while winter lows can drop to around 14°F, so be prepared for both warm summers and cold winters.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Rockford, IL, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the help of local real estate agencies and online rental platforms.
- Rockford, IL is car-friendly with easily navigable roads and highways.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger metropolitan areas.
- Rockford, IL has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.
- Rockford, IL offers a variety of things to do, including a vibrant restaurant scene, cultural and art museums, music venues, sports facilities, and outdoor attractions such as the Anderson Japanese Gardens and the River District along the Rock River.
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