Cath Lab Registered Nurse Ardent Health Harker Heights, TX Job Details Full-time $1,900 - $2,000 a week 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Nursing RN License HIPAA Emergency medicine Epic Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Cath Lab Registered Nurse to join our dynamic cardiovascular team. In this vital role, you will provide expert nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional procedures within the cardiac catheterization laboratory. Your expertise will support complex cardiac, vascular, and electrophysiology procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technologically advanced environment dedicated to cutting-edge cardiovascular care. Duties Deliver specialized nursing care to patients during cardiac catheterizations, angiograms, stent placements, and other interventional procedures, maintaining strict adherence to aseptic technique and safety protocols. Monitor patient vital signs, oxygenation levels, and hemodynamic parameters using advanced EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems such as Epic and Cerner, documenting all assessments accurately. Assist physicians with invasive procedures by preparing sterile equipment, managing catheters, and ensuring proper functioning of all devices involved in the procedure. Administer medications including sedation, analgesics, and contrast agents like iodine-based dyes used in diagnostic imaging such as CT scans. Provide post-procedure care including patient assessment for complications such as bleeding or arrhythmias, and educate patients on recovery protocols. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including cardiologists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, and radiologic technologists to deliver comprehensive patient-centered care. Maintain strict infection control standards, including proper sterilization of equipment and adherence to HIPAA regulations for patient privacy. Qualifications Current RN licensure with active state registration; prior experience working as a Cath Lab Nurse or in a similar invasive cardiology setting is highly preferred. Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth; familiarity with ICD coding and medical documentation standards. Critical care experience in settings like ICU or emergency medicine that involved acute pain management, airway management, and telemetry monitoring. Knowledge of advanced cardiovascular procedures including cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology studies, and vascular interventions. Experience with diagnostic imaging modalities such as CT scans; familiarity with sterile processing techniques is advantageous. Strong understanding of physiology principles related to cardiovascular health; ability to perform patient assessments and triage effectively. Additional skills in IV infusion therapy, suturing, specimen collection/processing, and medication administration are desirable.

Pay:

$1,900.00 - $2,000.00 per week

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person