Cath Lab Nurse

Prime Healthcare; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Dallas Medical Center is seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse (Cath Lab RN). The role supports cardiologists during procedures, pre- and post-procedure care, and ensures patient safety in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants must have RN license, BSN preferred, ACLS, BCLS, and at least one year CV Lab or CCU/ICU experience. Sign-on bonus offered; full-time days shift with 8-hour hours.

Qualifications

• BSN preferred.
• Active RN license required.
• ACLS (and BCLS) required upon hire.
• 1 year CV Lab or CCU/ICU experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients pre-procedure and prepare for cardiac catheterization.
• Assist cardiologists during procedures (angioplasties, stent placements, EP studies).
• Monitor post-procedure patient and provide post-procedure instructions.
• Operate and troubleshoot lab equipment (hemodynamic monitors).
• Respond quickly to emergencies (arrhythmias, MI, bleeding).
• Document all aspects of patient care (pre, intra, post).
• Stay updated on cardiac care advancements.

Skills

Cath Lab experience

ACLS

RN license

1 year CV Lab/ICU experience

BSN preferred

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Job description

Bonus Amount

$20,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 8 hour shifts

Location: Dallas Medical Center - Dallas, Texas

We are seeking a Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory Nurse, sometimes referred to as a Cardiac RN or Cath Lab RN. A Cath Lab RN is essential in ensuring the safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of cardiac catheterization procedures, contributing significantly to the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases specifically with the cardiac catheterization lab.

You must have experience in the Cath Lab or Critical Care area as a RN to move forward in this position. Critical Care RN with experience in Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Emergency Room (ER) or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVIC) are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, obtain medical histories, perform physical exams, and prepare patients for cardiac catheterization procedures (Pre-Procedure Preparation)
• Assist cardiologists during procedures such as angioplasties, stent placements, electrophysiological studies, and other cardiac interventions (Intra-Procedure Assistance)
• Monitoring patient post-procedure for complications, provide post-procedure instructions, and ensuring patient stability before discharge or transfer to another unit
• Operate and troubleshoot complex medical equipment used in the catheterization lab, such as hemodynamic monitors and other diagnostic tools
• Quickly respond to any emergencies or complications that arise during procedures, such as arrhythmias, myocardial infarctions, or bleeding
• Accurately document all aspects of patient care, including pre-procedure assessments, intra-procedure details, and post-procedure outcomes
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in cardiac care and catheterization techniques

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN); preferred.
• Active state Registered Nursing (RN) License; required.
• Current BCLS (AHA), ACLS certificate upon hire and maintain current; required.
• One (1) year clinical experience in a Cardiovascular Lab doing cardiac work or in a Critical Care area; required.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave optionsEmployer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf