Registered Nurse - Cath Lab @ Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood

<p><strong>RN Position Job Notes:</strong></p> <p>Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.</p> <p><strong>Opportunity:</strong></p><p>RN - Cath Lab</p><p><strong>Job Details:</strong></p><p>• Day shift approximately 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (end time may vary by an hour)<br>• On-call responsibilities required<br>• Weekend coverage required with varying number of shifts per contract<br>• Patient ratio of 1:1 during day shifts<br>• Work with adult and geriatric patient populations<br>• 7-bed unit with 1 procedure room<br>• 2 years of experience in service line required<br>• Travel experience strongly preferred<br>• Texas RN License or Compact state license required<br>• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale<br>• Must live more than 150 miles away from facility or live in a metropolitan area<br>• Experience with MedHost and GE MacLab preferred<br>• Charting system experience required (Allscripts), Altera experience preferred<br>• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions only)<br>• Must complete facility drug screen upon arrival including marijuana testing<br>• Extensive skills required including cardiac catheterization procedures, angioplasty, stent placement, pacemaker insertion, IABP placement, and various interventional procedures<br>• Work with specialized equipment including MERGE HEMO, PHILIPS X-RAY, PHILIPS IVUS, and PENUMBRA systems<br>• Handle patient diagnoses including STEMI, ACS, NSTEMI, PAD, CAD, and arrhythmia management<br>• Complete non-billable orientation modules averaging 6-8 hours</p><p><strong>Facility:</strong></p><p>This medical center operates a comprehensive cardiac catheterization laboratory providing advanced cardiovascular interventional services. The facility features state-of-the-art equipment and technology to support complex cardiac procedures including diagnostic and interventional catheterizations, electrophysiology procedures, and emergency cardiac interventions. The catheterization lab maintains interdisciplinary support services including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.</p><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><p>Brownwood, TX</p><p>Brownwood offers a charming small-town atmosphere in central Texas with access to beautiful lakes and outdoor recreation opportunities. The area provides an excellent work-life balance with affordable living costs and a friendly community atmosphere, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking a quieter lifestyle while maintaining access to quality healthcare facilities.</p>