Cath Lab RNs

Article by Bellefontaine Examiner. An energetic and spirited 89-year-old Bellefontaine resident is thankful today to be able to enjoy some of her favorite activities — from partaking of meals with her friends at the Logan County Friendly Senior Center to spending time with her family and tending to her flowers and tomato plants at her

To say “Cardiovascular Professionals Don’t Miss a Beat,” any other year, would be to recognize the consistency, determination, and dedication of invasive and non-invasive professionals delivering both emergency and routine care for some of the most vulnerable populations across the country. To say it in 2021, after almost a year of the COVID-19 pandemic, carries

Radiologic Technologists, or Rad Techs, come in behind physicians and nurses as the third largest group of healthcare professionals in the country. They are responsible for assisting in the diagnosis and treatment of disease or injury by creating images of patients using imaging equipment such as MRI, x-ray, or CT. In the Cath Lab, Rad

Deciding on a degree program to pursue a career in nursing can be as challenging as the job itself. There are many paths you can take, and each has its benefits and drawbacks. So how do you know which to choose? In this article, we will take you through the education options that you have

Update: As of January 1, 2020, Alabama has joined the NLC and is issuing licenses. Additionally, New Jersey has passed NLC legislation and implementation is pending. For nearly 20 years, the Nursing Licensure Compact has been operational, allowing nurses to provide care across state lines without having to apply for multiple licenses. As of July

Conferences provide excellent opportunities to fulfill continuing education requirements, network with peers, and learn about innovative procedures, treatments, and devices. They can also be very overwhelming. You’ll likely leave with all sorts of new strategies and best practices to implement, but it can be challenging to hold on to those and put them to work

What is the eNLC? For nearly 20 years, the Nursing Licensure Compact has been operational, allowing nurses to provide care across state lines without having to gain additional licensure. In 2015, the state boards of nursing voted to add enhancements to the NLC to make it even safer than it was previously proven to be.

There are two different paths that can be taken when pursuing a career as a Cath Lab Tech; the first is through a Radiologic Technology (RT) certification from The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). What is a Radiologic Technologist? In general, Radiologic Technologists, also known as Rad Techs or RTs, perform diagnostic imaging tests

The holidays are here and the year is coming to an end. Everywhere you look, there are twinkling lights, shopping, and holiday gatherings galore. This time of year creates a whirlwind of emotions that can leave anyone feeling burned out, physicians especially. While many industries slow down during the holiday season, healthcare does not. As

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Cath Lab RNs and Techs will be in high demand through 2026, with both experiencing above average job growth. What is a Cath Lab RN? In layman’s terms, a Cath Lab RN assists the interventional cardiologist with procedures in the Cath Lab such as stent placement, insertion of

Working as a travel Cath Lab RN or Tech can be a life-changing experience. High pay, career growth, and new adventures are just a few of the reasons why some choose the traveler lifestyle. Whether you want to save up a little extra cash or see the country, travel nursing can provide a great deal

In the early days of interventional cardiology, there weren’t many ways to reduce the exposure to radiation felt by the team in the Cath Lab. Until recently, we hadn’t been able to thoroughly understand the impact on physicians and Cath Lab staff exposed to X-rays daily for the duration of their career. Our new-found understanding