Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - EP Lab

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health seeks a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RN/RN) to provide dedicated care to patients undergoing cardiac and vascular procedures in the EP Lab. You will collaborate with physicians and team members to assess, implement, and evaluate patient care according to policies and procedures.

The role is based in Winston-Salem, NC with a Monday–Friday schedule, 6:45 AM – 5:15 PM, no weekends or holidays. Procedural volume is high and patient interaction is direct.

Qualifications

• RN, RTR, RRT, RCIS, RCES, EMT-P, CVT or VI credentials required.
• RN: 1 year of CCU/ER/Cath/EP Lab or similar experience, or EMT-P with 2 years acute care.
• Credentialing: NC RN license, ARRT RTR, NBRC RRT, or RCIS/RCES; may require RCIS/RCES within 24 months if not RN.
• Pass yearly Cardiac Dysrhythmias Test and department skill validation.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients undergoing cardiac and vascular procedures.
• Collaborates with physicians and other team members to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in accordance with current policies and procedures.

Skills

Cardiac dysrhythmias competency

Clinical assessment skills

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Radiology Technologist (RTR)

Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT)

Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)

Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (EMT-P)

Cardiovascular Tech (CVT)

Vascular Intervention (VI)

Job description

What We Offer

Novant Health is seeking a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (Registered Nurse/RN) to provide care to patients undergoing cardiac and vascular procedures. The Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist will collaborate with physicians and other team members to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in accordance with current policies and procedures.

The Electrophysiology (EP) Lab is integral to Novant Health's comprehensive cardiac care program, specializing in diagnosing and treating complex arrhythmias and other heart disorders.

Location: Winston-Salem, NC

Department: Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Lab

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:45 AM – 5:15 PM (No weekends, no holidays)

Procedural Volume: Approximately 12–13 cases daily

Patient Interaction: Direct involvement in patient care

What You'll Do

Provides care to patients undergoing cardiac and vascular procedures. Collaborates with physicians and other team members to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in accordance with current policies and procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Graduate from one of the following Accredited Education Programs required: Registered Nurse (RN) Registered Radiology Technology (RTR) Registered Respiratory Therapy (RRT) Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist (RCIS) Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (EMT-P) Cardiovascular Tech (CVT) Vascular Intervention (VI) required.
• Experience: If RN, one (1) year of Critical Care, Emergency Services, Cath/EP Lab, or Special Procedures experience, required. If EMT-P, two (2) years of acute care hospital experience, required. If RTR, RRT, RCIS, RCES, CVT or VI one (1) year of experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Nurse (RN)-North Carolina Board of Nursing License Registered Radiology Technologist (RTR) -ARRT Radiology OR Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) credentialing/accreditation and/or Paramedic associate degree from an appropriately recognized Paramedic program. Or Technologist Registry OR Respiratory Therapist-licensed by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) AND Credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) as RRT. OR Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist, Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist, Cardiovascular Tech, and Vascular Intervention-graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Program. If the Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (CIS) is not a RN, RTR with CI or VI certification, he/she must obtain their Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) or Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) within 24 months of hire for continued employment.
• Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing.Pass yearly Cardiac Dysrhythmias Test.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.