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South County Health is an independent, nonprofit healthcare system serving southern Rhode Island for more than 100 years, offering comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, and home health services. South County Hospital is the only hospital in the Northeast—and one of just 19 nationwide—to have earned five-star CMS ratings for both Overall Hospital Quality and Patient Experience. The system has also earned several A grades from The Leapfrog Group for quality and patient safety, along with a five-star HCAHPS rating.
As a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, South County Health clinicians have special access to Mayo Clinic knowledge, expertise, and resources, including opportunities to consult with Mayo Clinic specialists, access clinical tools, and participate in education and professional development. These tools and resources complement our clinicians' local expertise and support high-quality, patient-centered care close to home, at no additional cost.
South County Health combines this clinical excellence with a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, and PTO), professional development opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance.
Assists cardiologists in performing diagnostic cardiac catheterization and other related procedures. Promotes a philosophy of patient/family-focused care in all interactions with patients, families and hospital personnel and focus on understanding and meeting customer needs. Is cross-trained to function in all roles; Monitors and records the electrocardiogram and hemodynamic pressures during cardiac diagnostic and interventional procedures, sets up and calibrates specialized equipment and circulates or scrub during procedures.
Graduate of an accredited nursing school and current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island or in another state that participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, current valid ACLS certification from AHA required. BLS from AHA and minimum 1 year acute care nursing experience required. Minimum 3-5 years Cardiac Catheterization laboratory experience. 5 years critical care experience required- CCU/CTICU.
Proficient in cardiovascular assessment and interpretation of cardiac rhythms, hemodynamic monitoring, and intra-arotic Balloon Pump.
day shift · 3 nine hour days
About the role
Assists cardiologists in performing diagnostic cardiac catheterization and other related procedures. Promotes a philosophy of patient/family-focused care in all interactions with patients, families and hospital personnel and focus on understanding and meeting customer needs.