Job Description
Job Description
Overview
This role is responsible for providing nursing services in a vascular Office-Based Lab setting. The Cath Lab (otherwise known as Office-Based Lab) Nurse will collaborate with clinical leadership in the performance of the management, clinical, and patient care aspects of his / her duties, and will always act within scope of practice and under the authority of the attending surgeon. This role will perform all responsibilities and duties within the limits established by the physician staff and consistent with the statutes of the Massachusetts Board of Nursing.
This role will report to the Office Manager for operational matters and to the Lead Office Based Lab Nurse for clinical matters.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to :
- Uphold the standards of AAAASF
- Assist as needed with daily operations of the out-patient endovascular center, including :
Review scheduled cases ahead of time
Maintain Infection controlStock medications, supplies and equipmentEnsure the center is adequately staffedEnsure safety standards are maintained throughout the centerMaintain patient and narcotic logsResponsible for patient care, including :Oversee patient experience from pre-procedure to discharge
Ensure that patients are called in a timely manner before procedure, are given adequate instructions and their questions are answeredProvide post-procedures call backs to all patients within 24 hoursEnsure patient medical records are comprehensive and complete including medical historyObserve patient vital signs during procedureMaintain patient records in filing systemEnsure comfort of patient support systems in center, including stocking refreshments and snacks in the waiting room and refrigeratorAssist with management of Quality Assurance ProgramMaintain Safety Standards within the center According to AAASF requirementsAssist with overseeing that equipment is maintained and checked according to AAAASF standards, including but not limited to :Other responsibilities as directed by clinical leadershipRequirements
Graduate of accredited school of professional nursing, minimum of BSNRegistered as a nurse in the state of MassachusettsBLS and ACLS certificationICU or ED experience a mustPACU experience helpfulAbility to stand for prolonged periodsAbility to follow oral and written instructions preciselyWilling to be available for local and / or regional assignments as neededAbility to communicate with patients, visitors and employees within the organizationAbility to adequately use the department's computerized system and its associated devices#Wellesley
