Cath Lab Registered Nurse

ABOUT SHERIDAN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we proudly rank in the top 13.6% of U.S. hospitals, recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. With over 850+ dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties, we are committed to exceptional, patient-centered care. Set in northern Wyoming’s stunning Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers outdoor adventure and community charm. Our hospital combines cutting-edge technology with a collaborative, innovative culture. Join a team that values your skills, fosters growth, and empowers you to impact lives meaningfully. Apply today and be part of Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s mission of excellence!

JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse is responsible for the assessment, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of safe and effective patient-centered care in a variety of settings based on education, knowledge, skill set, and competency. The Registered Nurse communicates with physicians/managers/co-workers, as appropriate, about changes in the patient’s clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs. Is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in the departments with adequate supervision. Participates in performance improvement activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Professional Practice
  • Adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
  • Adheres to professional guidelines for practice such as defined by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice.
  • Collaborates with other departments in a professional manner as needed to provide patient-centered care.
  • Demonstrates effective communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership skills.
  • Compliance with Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Kindness First Service Standards.
• Quality
  • Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
  • Ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy and specific to unit age specific populations.
  • Ability to formulate and revise an individualized plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment. Evaluates the overall daily plan for effectiveness.
  • Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.
  • Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques, including nonpharmacological techniques.
  • Includes the patient and family in all aspects of pain management through ongoing education about pain, assessment, treatment and common barriers to adequate management.
  • Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.
  • Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning. Family is included in teaching as appropriate.
  • Documentation meets current standards and policies.
  • Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within the scope of practice.
  • Communicates appropriately and clearly with all health care team members.
  • Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
  • Provides care appropriate to the disease condition and age of the patient.
  • Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
  • Reports significant events such as near misses, adverse events, patient/family complaints, and any situation that affects the safe delivery of patient-centered care in a timely manner.
• Service
  • Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
  • Functions as liaison between the patient/family, physicians, other healthcare providers and administration.
  • Interacts professionally with the patient/family and involves the patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
  • Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
  • Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with the social service/discharge planner regarding both in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
  • Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function well under stressful situations.
  • 10-12 days of call required, per month.

• Current Unrestricted Wyoming Registered License
• Associate's degree in Nursing, required. BSN preferred.
• BLS, required.
• ACLS is required within 1 year of the position start date.
• De-escalation training is required within 1 year of the position start date.
• Minimum of one year of acute care experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year acute care experience, preferable in: Cath/IR Lab/EP Lab, Interventional Radiology/Special Procedures, Radiology, surgical, intensive care, emergency care, or endoscopy.

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Basic computer knowledge
• Organizational skills
• Participates in continuing education activities within the department and organization
• Attends and actively participates in departmental staff meetings
• Keeps up to date with clinical practice and evidence-based practice guidelines
• Stays abreast of organizational policies and procedures