Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse Leader

Henry Ford Health; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks an experienced nurse to provide leadership in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, coordinating high-acuity patient care and collaborating with the interventional cardiology team. The role emphasizes thorough assessment, careful planning, and effective teaching of patients and families.

In this contingent position, you will monitor patient status during procedures, manage clinical workflows, and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols.

Responsibilities

• Leads coordination and delivery of quality compassionate patient care in the cardiac catheterization laboratory.
• Communicates relevant patient information to health care team and supports family teaching.
• Monitors cardiac rhythms, hemodynamics, vital signs, and reports changes to cardiology team.
• Prepares patients including education, consent verification, and pre-procedure assessment.
• Assists with catheterization equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting for safety and efficiency.
• Administers medications and contrast as prescribed; monitors for adverse reactions.
• Provides immediate post-procedure care and vascular access assessment.
• Maintains infection control, sterile technique, and radiation safety.
• Documents procedures, responses, medications, and nursing interventions in EHR.
• Responds to emergencies with appropriate life support measures.
• Participates in quality improvement and ongoing professional development.

Job description

Henry Ford Health seeks an experienced nurse to provide leadership in the cardiac catheterization laboratory, coordinating high-acuity patient care and collaborating with the interventional cardiology team. The role emphasizes thorough assessment, careful planning, and effective teaching of patients and families.

In this contingent position, you will monitor patient status during procedures, manage clinical workflows, and ensure adherence to safety and infection control protocols.