RN Ambulatory - Cath Lab and Electrophysiology

A Day in the Life 

• Works with THV cardiologists in the cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology labs, recovery areas. Explains procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation, understanding, and allay apprehension.

• Assists with medical procedures appropriate for a Registered nurse under the direction of the THV physicians.

• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of patients.  

• Responds to life saving situations based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.

• Performs pre procedural laboratory and document review and patient teaching for TEE, cardioversions, caths, pacemakers, etc.