St. Tammany Health System
Location
Covington, LA | United States
Job description
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Hours: Mon - Fri 6:30am - 5:00pm (4/10 hour shifts)
Summary of the Job: Executes safe nursing practice in the care of the patient requiring cardiac procedures in the Cath lab. Is accountable for direct care of the adult and geriatric patients undergoing diagnostic and invasive procedures in the cardiac Cath lab. Can float to Cardiology Pre/post if necessary and would be accountable for direct pre and post procedure nursing care of the adult and geriatric patients.
Minimum Qualifications: Current LA RN License required; Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off
Must be able to work flexible hours and rotate call. Able to take on-call (must live or stay within 30 minutes of hospital for call)
Preferred Qualifications: CCRN or CVRN preferred. 1 year cardiac cath lab, critical care, or emergency room experience preferred. Candidates with previous cardiac nursing experience or other procedural experience such as endoscopy, interventional radiology, surgery, etc. may be considered.
Physical Demands: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
onstant (67%-100%) - hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, balancing, stooping, handling/feeling, talking
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), crouching, crawling, reaching
Contact Information: Blake Luna, HR Talent Partner
Talent Acquisition - Human Resources
EMPLOYMENT Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found
by clicking here , before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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