Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Chicago, IL
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

•       Patient Types:

•       Traveler MUST be able to work in a blended lab – EP/IR/Cardiac Cath. They will need to float through all areas.

•       Travelers do not need to have all 3 skill sets, but majority of the experience must be in one of them, preferably in IR

•       IR Procedures: Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, embolization (UFE), IVC filter placement, SVC repair, line placement (PICC, various central lines), assist with CT biopsies, fistulas, needle aspirations, shock wave lithotripsy, progressive vascular limp program for lower extremity PAD

•       Cath Lab: STEMI, IABP, stage PCI

•       EP:  Generator exchange (dual, single, leadless)

•       Lowest volume of patient type at Trinity

•       Skills required

•       RN – function independently in cases, strong IV skills, sterile technique, critical care experience (preferred), knowledgeable in their skill set, able to titrate medications, cardiac rhythm interpretation

•       Techs – must know Cath Lab and IR procedures, sterile technique is a must, able to function well in a team, strong communication skills especially with physicians, knowledgeable in aseptic technique, aware of radiation safety, able to anticipate physician’s needs