Overview

CHI 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 areasRelocationOn-site childcare (Glenwood campus) with extended hoursOn-site gym (Glenwood campus) with a variety of group classesBoard Certification AllowanceCare@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needsTuition Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsWellness Program
Responsibilities

This position can be a Cardiovascular Technologist or Interventional RN. CVT includes RCIS 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

Qualifications

RN

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 for Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
AHA BLS
AHA ACLS (within 3 months of hire)