Registered Nurse H&V - Main Electrophysiology Lab - Full Time - Days

Job Description

Ready to help shape the future of Cincinnati's #1 Hospital?

Your passion to make a difference is something we share. As a registered nurse at the Christ Hospital Health Network, you'll join an inclusive team committed to your success. You'll be respected as an individual and celebrated for your achievements. You'll discover a range of powerful opportunities to grow—and experience the support of your leaders every step of the way. Your voice and experience will be valued as you mentor others, participate in unit-based and system-wide councils and share your vital feedback. Because when you continue to thrive, we continue to improve the health of our community and create exceptional outcomes.

Here's how you'll thrive:

• Work alongside the best at Cincinnati's #1 Hospital, 10 years and counting
• Magnet designated hospital with the region’s best nurse-patient ratio allowing you to deliver exceptional patient care in a nurturing work environment
• Flexible self-scheduling empowers your work-life balance
• Endless opportunities to grow with a renowned clinical advancement program, plus continued education and mentorship opportunities across units
• Direct access to executive leaders through semi-monthly roundtable events
• Team member resource groups ready for your voice
  
  

Here’s what makes us the best and separates us from the rest:

• New Virtual Nursing system on designated units
• Hercules Mattresses for easy repositioning of patients
• Shared Leadership Council structure
• Clinical Advancement Program
• Smartphones for easy EMR Documentation and enhanced communication
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Tuition Assistance and support of initial certifications
• Dedicated Professional Development Specialists provide in-person, consistent, individualized residency support and guidance through the first year of nursing practice
  
  

Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Electrophysiology (EP) Lab Registered Nurse is a highly skilled healthcare professional who provides comprehensive nursing care to adult patients undergoing invasive cardiac electrophysiology procedures. Utilizing advanced technologies and specialized equipment, and under the direction of a qualified Electrophysiologist/Cardiologist, the RN plays an integral role in the diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac device implantation. The EP Lab consists of four advanced procedure rooms, including one Hybrid Operating Room.

The EP Lab RN is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, comfort, dignity, and compassion while delivering technically advanced care within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Essential Responsibilities Patient Care

• Performs comprehensive, holistic assessments addressing patients’ physical, psychosocial, spiritual, and educational needs throughout the continuum of EP care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of presenting signs, symptoms, and diagnostic data related to complex electrophysiology conditions.
• Recognizes abnormalities and clinical changes in patient condition and promptly communicates pertinent information to the Electrophysiologist and Charge RN.
• Utilizes standardized handoff and communication tools to ensure safe transitions of care between healthcare team members.
• Assesses patients, families, and the clinical environment for safety risks, proactively implementing safety initiatives and best practices.
• Provides individualized patient and family education in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, tailored to procedural and post-procedural needs.
• Responds effectively to emergent situations, demonstrating precision, technical skill, and controlled decision-making under pressure.
  
  

Procedural & Scrub Functions

• Functions as a scrub assistant to the Electrophysiologist/Cardiologist using strict sterile technique standards.
• Prepares and maintains sterile fields, trays, and specialized EP equipment according to procedural requirements.
• Assists physicians during diagnostic and interventional EP procedures, including ablations and cardiac device implantations.
  
  

Monitoring & Clinical Expertise

• Provides continuous physiologic monitoring during cardiac ablations and device implantation procedures.
• Demonstrates proficiency in recognizing EKG waveforms, cardiac rhythms, and arrhythmias.
• Communicates real-time rhythm changes and hemodynamic concerns to physicians during procedures.
  
  

Documentation

• Accurately and concisely documents nursing assessments, interventions, and patient responses within the electronic medical record (EPIC).
• Ensures documentation reflects the multidisciplinary plan of care and patient-centered outcomes.
  
  

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Demonstrates leadership through the ability to motivate, educate, delegate, and mentor peers and other members of the healthcare team.
• Effectively manages patient and family needs while supporting a collaborative and respectful team environment.
  
  

Professional Development

• Assumes responsibility for ongoing professional growth and clinical competency.
• Participates in self-evaluation and peer review, including recognition of colleagues’ achievements and contributions.
• Contributes to staff education, orientation, and mentoring within the EP Lab.
  
  

Specialty Training & Environment

• Comprehensive training is provided to support development into an EP Lab specialist in invasive heart rhythm care.
• The lab delivers advanced, high-complexity care utilizing cutting-edge technologies, including:
• 3D electroanatomical mapping systems
• Intracardiac arrhythmia analysis
• Intracardiac echocardiography (ICE)
• Transvenous and subcutaneous pacing systems; implantation and extraction
• Ablation therapies including radiofrequency, cryotherapy, and pulsed field ablation
• Teamwork, adaptability, communication, and flexibility are essential, as EP Lab RNs are responsible for all aspects of intraoperative patient care.
  

Qualifications

Education:

• TCH does hire AD and Diploma nurses; however all nurses hired after January 2010 must receive their BSN within 5 years of the date of hire. RN’s who were employed at TCH prior to January 2010, and have more than 20 years of experience as an RN are permitted to pursue their BSN on a voluntary basis.
• A MSN or DNP are not required but supersede the requirement for the BSN.
  

Years of Experience:

• Minimum 2 years nursing experience required; critical care or perioperative background preferred
• BLS required, ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
  
  

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• The RN demonstrates the knowledge, abilities, and skills to provide age and culturally specific patient care and education.
• The RN effectively communicates with peers, utilizes appropriate channels of communication and maintains absolute confidentiality.
• The RN maintains competence and demonstrates evidence of continuing professional growth.
• The RN demonstrates the ability to accept and implement change and the ability to work in a culturally diverse setting.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications:

• The RN holds a current licensure to practice nursing in Ohio.
• Membership in professional organizations is desirable.
• BLS certification is required prior to patient contact.
• ACLS is required within 6 months of hire in step-down and ICU areas.
• Certification in area of clinical specialty is expected within five years of eligibility.