RN - Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab - Full Time - Sioux Falls, SD

Role Overview

Are you a Registered Nurse (RN) looking for a rewarding career in a fast-paced and dynamic environment? Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is seeking a full-time RN to join our Cardiac Catheterization Lab team. In this role, you will play a vital role in providing individualized nursing care to patients undergoing a variety of cardiac procedures. You will work closely with physicians, cardiac technologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care.

This position offers the opportunity to work primarily day shifts with limited call responsibilities. The Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Sanford Health performs a wide range of procedures, including left and right heart catheterizations, percutaneous interventions, electrophysiology studies, peripheral angiograms, and structural heart procedures. Nurses in our unit grow in their professional practice, gaining critical skills for the complex care of our cardiovascular patients. We accept all types of nursing backgrounds and are willing to train the specific critical care skills needed for this unit. We are known for our wonderful team approach, where providers, cardiac technologist, and nurses work closely together to deliver exceptional patient care. If you like a change and fast paced environment, this is the place to be!! We offer shadow opportunities to see if we are the right fit for you. Apply to learn more

A Day in the Life

As a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, your day will be filled with a variety of tasks and responsibilities. Here's a glimpse into what a typical day might look like:

• Patient Preparation: You will prepare patients for procedures by explaining the process, answering questions, and obtaining informed consent.
• Procedure Assistance: You will assist physicians with cardiac catheterization procedures, including percutaneous interventions, electrophysiology studies, and structural heart procedures.
• Patient Monitoring: You will closely monitor patients’ vital signs and hemodynamic status during procedures.
• Medication Administration: You will administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
• Post-Procedure Care: You will provide post-procedure care to patients, including monitoring for complications and educating them about self-care management.
• Documentation: You will maintain accurate and complete patient records.
• Collaboration: You will collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Emergency Response: You will respond to emergency situations and initiate appropriate interventions.

Why Sioux Falls, South Dakota?

Sioux Falls is a vibrant and growing city in South Dakota, offering a high quality of life and a low cost of living. The city boasts a thriving economy, excellent schools, and a wide range of recreational and cultural activities. Sioux Falls is home to numerous parks, trails, and lakes, providing ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. The city also has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with museums, theaters, and music venues. Sioux Falls is a friendly and welcoming community, making it a great place to live and work.

Career Path

Sanford Health is committed to providing its employees with opportunities for career growth and development. As a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, you can advance your career by pursuing certifications in cardiac nursing or critical care nursing. You can also take on leadership roles within the department. Sanford Health also offers tuition reimbursement to support employees who wish to further their education.

Salary & Benefits

Sanford Health offers a competitive salary and benefits package to its employees. The salary range for this position is estimated to be between $70,000 and $100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to salary, Sanford Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, life insurance, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Sanford Health Culture

Sanford Health is committed to creating a culture of health and healing. We value our employees and strive to provide a supportive and rewarding work environment. We are proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. We are an EEO/AA Employer.

How to Apply

If you are a qualified and passionate Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding career in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, we encourage you to apply for this position. To apply, please visit the Sanford Health Careers website and submit your application online.

FAQ

1. What are the requirements for this position? To be considered for this position, you must have a graduate degree from an accredited nursing program and an unencumbered RN license in South Dakota or a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state. A Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
2. What is the work schedule for this position? This position is full-time, with 36 scheduled weekly hours. You will primarily work day shifts, with 1 call shift per week and every 5th weekend on call. You will also be required to work 1-2 holiday call shifts per year.
3. What types of procedures are performed in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab? The Cardiac Catheterization Lab performs a wide range of procedures, including left and right heart catheterizations, percutaneous interventions, electrophysiology studies, peripheral angiograms, and structural heart procedures.
4. Will I receive training for this position? Yes, Sanford Health is willing to train the specific critical care skills needed for this unit.
5. What is the team environment like in the Cardiac Catheterization Lab? The Cardiac Catheterization Lab is known for its wonderful team approach, where providers, cardiac technologists, and nurses work closely together to deliver exceptional patient care.
6. Are there opportunities for career advancement at Sanford Health? Yes, Sanford Health is committed to providing its employees with opportunities for career growth and development.
7. What benefits does Sanford Health offer? Sanford Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, life insurance, disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement.
8. Is relocation assistance available for this position? Relocation assistance may be available for this position.
9. What is the EEO/AA policy at Sanford Health? Sanford Health is an EEO/AA Employer.
10. What is the typical patient load for an RN in the Cardiac Cath Lab? The patient load varies depending on the complexity of the procedures and the acuity of the patients, but typically RNs in the Cardiac Cath Lab handle 1-2 patients at a time during procedures. Post-procedure, they may manage a slightly higher number of patients, focusing on recovery and monitoring.