Cardiovascular Services Nurse Coordinator - Washington, United States - MEDSTAR HEALTH

Description

General Summary of Position

Functions as an experienced nursing practitioner providing direct and indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process in assisting with invasive cardiovascular procedures in the Cardiovascular Lab and Non-Invasive procedures in the Echocardiography areas. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures and standards.

About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's Cath Lab (Cardiovascular Pulmonary Department)
The Cardiovascular Pulmonary Department at MedStar Georgetown is a procedural department with 3 pre-procedural bays and 4 state-of-the-art procedural rooms. The Cardiovascular Pulmonary Lab nurse will assist expert members of the interdisciplinary team to perform advanced therapeutic procedures such as Diagnostic Heart Caths, Electrophysiology Studies, Device implants-Pacemakers and AICDs (Single, Dual and Bi-Ventricular), Peripheral Vascular Arteriogram and Angioplasty/Stenting, cutting edge in Bronchoscopy procedures from Cryo Spray of tumors to fiducial placement for Cyberknife, Bone Marrow collection. Cardiovascular Pulmonary Lab nurses will work closely with patients to perform medical intake in preparation for procedures and assist during the procedures by administering IV moderate sedation, monitor patients' safety and comfort, intra-op electronic documentation and specimen collection.
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Lab nurses are responsible for assessment and care of patients undergoing invasive procedures or receiving moderate sedation in the Cardiovascular Pulmonary Department. Cardiovascular Pulmonary nurses work collaboratively with all members of the interdisciplinary team and offer innovative diagnostic tests and life-saving treatments for a diverse patient population.

Schedule:
4 x 10 hr shifts ex: 7-5:30 or
5 x 8 hr shifts ex: 7-3:30, shifts based on scheduling needs.
This Department is closed on the holidays; no weekends, no call requirements.

Benefits:
Competitive salaries plus differentials
20 Days of Paid Time Off per year plus personal time/holidays
Education/Tuition assistance
Relocation reimbursement
Generous Total Rewards Benefits Package
Matched Retirement Savings Plan
Specialized training opportunities with one-on-one preceptorship
Nationally renowned Nursing Wellbeing Program

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor's degree Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. required and
• Bachelor's degree BSN Degree preferred

Experience

• 5-7 years Experience inclusive of a minimum of one year icu or ccu experience required required
• 3-4 years Experience in a general medical or surgical unit required
• Cardiology experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure urrent D.C. licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. required and
• BLS - Basic Life Support Current certification in BCLS required, ACLS required
• Health Services\ACLS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experienced in all aspects of interventional procedures preferred including Dobutamine Stress Echo, Transesophageal Echo and assisting physicians in all aspects of invasive cardiovascular procedures preferred.
• Must have current knowledge and techniques of ICU nursing care including cardiac monitoring, starting IV's, and patient teaching.
• Must be able to learn principles/procedures associated with assisting in hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac angiography and identification of ischemic changes during procedures and use of radiographic equipment.
• Must be able to act quickly, independently and remain calm in stressful and emergency situations.

Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:

• Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
• Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity—we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
• Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
• More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.

About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.