Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse — High-Impact Critical Care

Parkridge Medical Center; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Employee discount programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse to contribute to patient care with hands-on cath lab responsibilities and collaborative care delivery.

The role emphasizes patient preparation, monitoring during procedures, radiation safety, and participation in data management and room readiness. A strong ICU/ER/Cath Lab background and current RN licensure are required along with ACLS/BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• ACLS and BLS certifications required within 30 days of employment start date.
• RN license required; Associate degree or higher.
• 1 year of critical care experience (ICU/ER/Cath Lab) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for cardiac catheterization, monitors patient during cath, and assists patient during recovery.
• Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition.
• Maintains images and operates image vault and hemodynamic server.
• Observes proper radiation safety on all exams.
• Assists with cardiovascular data mining and submission.
• Prepares room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed for patients/procedures.
• Cleans and disinfects procedure room, pre op, and post procedure area and equipment.
• Follows department policies and protocols for safety in Cardiac Cath Lab.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

Education

RN license

Associate Degree

Job description

Parkridge Medical Center in Chattanooga, TN, seeks a Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse to contribute to patient care with hands-on cath lab responsibilities and collaborative care delivery.

The role emphasizes patient preparation, monitoring during procedures, radiation safety, and participation in data management and room readiness. A strong ICU/ER/Cath Lab background and current RN licensure are required along with ACLS/BLS within 30 days.