Peds Cardiac Prep and Recovery- RN II

Job Description Summary

RN will work with pediatric and adult congenital cardiology patients for Cath and EP procedures as well as surgical workups and other sedated cardiac cases in the Cardiac Prep and Recovery Unit. Minimum of 2 years' experience as an RN with pediatric ICU experience or pediatric procedural preferred. RN will report to the Pediatric Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000304 CHS - Cardiac Prep / Recovery (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Job Description

Under limited supervision, this role is responsible for both pre and post-anesthesia care of special cardiovascular, EP, and interventional Cath procedures on a population ranging from the neonate to the geriatric congenital cardiac patient, as well as sedated studies, clinic visits, and cardiac surgical workups. This role commands a strong knowledge of normal and abnormal cardiovascular anatomy and physiology. A minimum of two years' experience as an RN with pediatric ICU or stepdown (preferably cardiac) or procedural care nursing is preferred.  This role reports to the Pediatric Interventional Cardiology and Imaging Manager.

Current and non-restricted RN license and Current Basic Life Support (BLS) on hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within 6 months of hire.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013 with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to be enrolled in an accredited BSN program within two years and successfully obtain a BSN degree within four years of the RN hire or reclassification date. Refer to policy A141 for more details. A minimum of one year of work experience as a registered nurse required. Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state.  Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
2. Proficiency in manual dexterity and fine motor skills for tasks such as taking patient vitals, administering injections, or conducting physical exams.
3. Capacity to lift and move patients or medical equipment as needed.
4. Visual acuity and color perception to accurately read medical charts, documents, and monitors.
5. Auditory ability to effectively communicate with patients and colleagues, as well as to perceive important sounds such as alarms or patient instructions.
6. Stamina and resilience to handle the physical and emotional demands of providing patient care, including long shifts and potentially stressful situations.
7. Mobility to navigate clinical environments, including moving between patient rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
8. Compliance with infection control protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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