RN Specialist – Electrophysiology

RN Specialist – Electrophysiology 

Join us at Cleveland Clinic Akron General Hospital where we have been providing world-class care to our community for over 100 years. Here, we strive for patient-centered care and comfort with our collaborative team of healthcare professionals. We are committed to serving the community and treat our patients as family.   

The Electrophysiology Lab specializes in the treatment of patients with cardiac rhythm disorders. Under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of the Heart & Vascular Center and the Manager of the EP Lab, you will work closely with physicians and the anesthesia team to provide professional nursing care for all patients. You will also have the opportunity to work with the latest technology in Electrophysiology, opening doors to future career advancement.

A caregiver in this position works from 7:30AM – 6:00PM and 8:00AM – 6:30PM. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Provide patient care during procedures such as electrophysiology studies, RF and cryo ablations, permanent pacemaker and ICD implants, LAAO implants, tilt table studies, and cardioversions.  
• Complete nursing assessment and findings in patient records and notify physician of abnormal findings. 
• Perform nursing procedures and treatments as directed by physician or LIP in the treatment and management of patient care. 
• Evaluate, initiate and maintain standards of care consistent with CCHS policies and procedures. 
• Assist with specialized patient care equipment as required by the clinical department and medical specialty assigned. 
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by a physician or LIP. 
• Establish patient care priorities and delegate nursing activities according to the patient's needs and staff qualifications and capabilities. 
• Serve as charge nurse when assigned to ensure efficient operations and continuity of care. 
• Participate in education, research and performance improvement activities. 
• Develop, evaluate, adapt and document education to meet learning needs and abilities of patients and families. 
• Assist in the preparation of department specific education for patients and colleagues and cover other nursing roles in the department. 
• Maintain core competency in nursing. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) 
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Certification within 6 months of hire in areas performing moderate sedation procedures 
• Minimum of one year recent RN experience  

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) 
• Two years of RN experience 

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we’re dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/     

Physical Requirements:

• Full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination
• Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
• Some exposure to communicable disease or bodily fluids
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follow Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures