Cardiovascular RN

PRN, as needed.

Overview

Cardiovascular RN opportunity at HCA Florida Memorial Hospital , part of HCA Healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cardiologist in performing Transesophageal Echocardiograms.
• Perform Direct Current Cardioversions.
• Facilitate and execute Pharmacological Stress Echocardiograms in conjunction with the Chest Pain Nursing staff.
• Act as patient advocate, exhibiting knowledge of procedural preparation and contraindications.
• Maintain steady productivity and demonstrate initiative and responsibility.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Echocardiographic procedural areas and conscious sedation.
• Perform pre‑procedure assessment and reassessment as needed post‑procedure.
• Establish and maintain IV lines as determined by specialty.
• Apply knowledge of medications and IV fluids for correct administration based on patient age and condition.
• Provide patient explanations and verbal reassurance; formulate teaching plans based on identified learning needs and evaluate effectiveness.
• Communicate appropriately and clearly with supervisors, coworkers, and physicians.
• Consult with other departments to provide an interdisciplinary approach to patient needs.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and families.
• Meet documentation standards and policies; complete daily work shift documentation.
• Accurately interpret continuous EKG and cardiac monitoring; identify dysrhythmias.
• Identify physical symptoms and changes; take appropriate action in a timely manner.
• Maintain the procedure room, including patient preparation, positioning, draping, and recording vital signs.
• Demonstrate aseptic technique and practice.
• Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Safely administer physician‑ordered medications.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Education: Master’s, Bachelor’s, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing.
• At least one year of experience in cardiovascular or cardiac care.
• No travel required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑term and short‑term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.