Registered Nurse Cath Lab

Job Summary:

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Cath Lab is responsible for providing skilled nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and related procedures. This role requires collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety, effective treatment, and comprehensive care. The RN will perform patient assessments, administer medications, monitor patient status, and support procedural activities in an acute hospital setting. A minimum of 2 years of experience and current Alaska RN licensure are required.

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in the Cath Lab, including pre-, intra-, and post-procedure monitoring.
• Perform patient assessments, administer medications, and manage treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, technicians, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation using Epic electronic health records.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols within the Cath Lab environment.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Float within scope of practice to Electrophysiology (EP) or Interventional Radiology (IR) departments as required.
• Assist with patient education and discharge planning as appropriate.

• Active Registered Nurse license in Alaska (license must be in hand for auto offer).
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, preferably in acute care or Cath Lab setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Strong clinical assessment, medication administration, and treatment planning skills.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records, specifically Epic.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in cardiac catheterization or related interventional procedures.
• Previous experience working in a Magnet designated hospital or Level II Trauma center.

• On-call requirement: 1 day per week plus the 4th/5th weekend from Friday 1800 to Monday 0730.
• Weekend coverage includes on-call duties and approximately 1 Saturday per month as part of the 4 shifts per week schedule.
• Floating to EP or IR departments may be required within scope of practice.
• Time off requests are limited to one per 13-week assignment and approved individually.
• Must be located at least 50 miles from the facility to qualify.

• 4x10 hour day shifts per week.
• Guaranteed 70 hours per 2-week pay period, with potential to be called off for one 10-hour shift every two weeks.
• Block scheduling is not accommodated.