OverviewCHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
- Loan Forgiveness Program for Medical Surgical Telemetry areas
- Relocation
- On-site childcare (Glenwood campus) with extended hours
- On-site gym (Glenwood campus) with a variety of group classes
- Board Certification Allowance
- Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
- Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
- Wellness Program
ResponsibilitiesThis position can be a Cardiovascular Technologist or Interventional RN. CVT includes RCIS RCES Respiratory Therapist Radiology Technologist. Cath Lab and /or EP Lab preferred.
RN
The Registered Nurse in the Electrophysiology Lab is responsible for all aspects of care related to adult inpatients or outpatients undergoing procedures in the EP Lab. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments and interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of professional work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job
CV Tech
The Cardiovascular Technologist in the Cath Lab/EP is responsible for all aspects of care related to adult inpatients or outpatients undergoing procedures in the Cardiac Cath Lab. Applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments and interventions. Provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs, unique to the patient. This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of professional work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Sterile technique
Administration and knowledge of medications given to the patient under the supervision of the physician
Operate physiologic monitoring equipment
Operate all equipment related to coronary procedures (IABP, Impella, IVUS, FFR, rotational atherectomy, temporary pacemaker generator, ISTAT, MedRad injector, Angiojet and manual thrombectomy)
Management of blood samples and calculations
Use of general patient care equipment and communication equipment
Successfully complete all annual competencies
Use of unit-specific equipment (computers, copiers, etc.)
Daily QA and trouble-shooting skills for radiographic equipment
Knowledge, advocate, and employ techniques for radiation safety
Knowledge of CPAC data storage system
Good telephone and communication skills
Ability to adapt to changes in health care technology
Other duties assigned by management
QualificationsRN
Required Education | Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. |
Required Licensure and Certifications | RN licensure for State of Tennessee BLS ACLS (within 3 months of hire) |
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | 12 months of ICU or Emergency Room experience |
PREFERRED Qualifications | CVRN, BSN, RCES |
CV Tech
Must have completed accredited program for Radiology Technologist or Respiratory Therapist or Cardiovascular Technologist
National License ARRT for Radiology Technologist or Tennessee Respiratory Therapist for RRT or National RCIS RCES for Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
AHA BLS
AHA ACLS (within 3 months of hire)
