Clinical Nurse - Electrophysiology Lab (EP)

Department Profile

Tampa General Hospital's Cardiovascular Center has six cardiac catheterization laboratories, including two EP labs and seven interventional radiology suites in over 77,000 square-feet of dedicated space, which also has two neuro Interventional suites. TGH has eight operating rooms outfitted for cardiac surgery. In addition, TGH's Heart Valve Center includes a hybrid operating room and 160 slice CT scanner. Designed with patient comfort in mind, the 47 pre- and post-procedure rooms have private bathrooms and are equipped with internet, televisions and telephones. The Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC) awarded its Heart Failure Certification to Tampa General Hospital for planning and organizing the delivery of care in a systematic manner that supports adherence to evidence-based guidelines and quality initiatives. TGH has also received Chest Pain (with Primary PCI) Accreditation from SCPC. TGH was most recently awarded full Atrial Fibrillation with Electrophysiology Services Accreditation status from SCPC for its expertise and commitment to quality patient care. Examples of services include: Atherectomy, Balloon Angioplasty, Cardiac Catheterization, Device Lead Extractions, Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (ICD), Intra-Cardiac Echocardiography (ICE), Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS), Mitral Valvuloplasty (Balloon Valvuloplasty), Radiofrequency Ablation, Stenting, Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation, Cardiac Electrophysiology Studies, AAA repair, CVM repair, Cerebral Aneurysm treatment, DVT treatment, fistulagrams studies, tube and filter placements, Cryoablation, and embolization.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, following established policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, delivers nursing care to patients. Plans and implements nursing care; documents nursing assessments; identifies and reports situations requiring further intervention; formulates and communicates goal-directed plan of care; assures patient rights. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values of Tampa General Hospital and principles of quality improvement.

Qualifications

Required Skills

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Florida. ICU, IR, experience preferred.