Cath Lab Nurse RN

MyMichigan Health; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Midland, Michigan, is seeking a registered nurse to provide care during angiography and interventional procedures. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of critical care nursing experience and necessary certifications like ACLS and BLS. Responsibilities include performing nursing care, operating life-saving equipment, and documenting procedures. This role requires effective communication skills and the ability to handle stressful situations. A flexible schedule with on-call duty may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have 2 years of experience in a medical center or similar setting.
• Ability to communicate successfully with diverse groups.
• Knowledge in operating life-saving equipment such as IABP and Impella.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for cardiac catheterization and various procedures.
• Calculate cardiac output and perform hemodynamic monitoring.
• Record all pertinent patient information accurately.

Skills

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Critical care nursing

Interpersonal skills

Education

RN licensed through the state of Michigan

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Summary

This position cares for patients before, during and after angiography and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures. This position cares for Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients. This includes pre‑procedure assessment, pre‑medication, documentation of procedural process, post‑procedure care and patient education.

Responsibilities

• (35%)* Performs nursing care of the cardiac catheterization, Structural heart, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic / planned intervention Neuro, Vascular and EP pacemaker / device patients.
• (35%)* Calculates cardiac output, performs hemodynamic monitoring, procedural set‑up and operates life‑saving equipment such as intra‑aortic balloon pump (IABP), Impella, etc. Transfers patients, stocks supplies and performs basic office procedures. Scrubbing cases.
• (15%)* Records all pertinent information on appropriate data sheets.
• (15%)* Assists Radiologic Technologists circulate cases, sterically drop procedural supplies on tray.
• Other duties: collaborates with physicians to provide a plan of care for each individualized patient, assists in other radiology/cardiology procedures as needed, performs clinical functions as needed, delegates and coordinates tasks and assignments of nursing care, pursues professional growth by seeking educational opportunities and utilizes hospital programs, mentors new employees and students.
• This position requires call.

Certifications and Licensures

• ACLS – within 1 month of hire or transfer
• BLS – within 1 month of hire or transfer

Required Education

• RN licensed through the state of Michigan
• Associate degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred

Education, Experience, And Training

Knowledge of critical care nursing normally acquired through 2 years of experience working in a medical center or similar setting. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to convey ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

Physical/Mental Requirements And Typical Working Conditions

Exposure to stressful situations, public contact, trauma, grief and death. Able to wear personal protective equipment including lead and latex or substitutes. Able to move freely with or without an assistive device and can perform required job functions. Frequently required to sit, stand or walk for prolonged periods and may stoop, kneel or crouch. Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and other infectious material; must meet blood‑borne pathogen and TB testing requirements. Handles multiple tasks, works independently, maintains regular attendance. Physical demand: Medium – occasional lift or carry 21‑50 lbs., frequent 20 lbs., constant 10 lbs.

Other Notes

MyMichigan Health is technology‑driven and employees must demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows; additional learning opportunities may be required.