Cath Lab RN (Part-Time)

Azspineandjoint; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with company match

And more!

Job summary

Azspineandjoint is seeking a Cath Lab Registered Nurse (Part-Time) to provide specialized nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures in an ASC setting.

The RN role covers pre-, intra-, and post-procedure phases, ensuring CMS ASC standards, infection control, and patient safety compliance are met. Active PA or multi-state RN license, 1–2 years of critical care or cath lab experience, and BLS/ACLS are required.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (PA or Multi-state) is required.
• 1–2 years of critical care or cath lab experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS are required.
• Moderate sedation training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pre-Procedure: conduct nursing assessments, review medication reconciliation, obtain informed consent, establish IV access, verify NPO status, educate patients and families.
• Intra-Procedure: circulate or monitor events during diagnostic cath, PCI, peripheral procedures, and loop recorder insertions; monitor hemodynamics and sedation per regulations; document events.
• Post-Procedure: recover patients in PACU, assess access site, monitor distal pulses, manage sheath and radial band removal, provide discharge instructions.

Skills

Active RN license (PA or Multi-state)

Critical care / cath lab experience

BLS

ACLS

Moderate sedation training

Job description

510 North Broad St
Ste 201
Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA

JOB TITLE: Cath Lab Registered Nurse (Part-Time)

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular and peripheral vascular procedures in the ASC setting. The RN functions in pre-procedure, intra-procedure, and post-procedure phases of care while ensuring compliance with CMS ASC Conditions for Coverage, infection control standards, and patient safety regulations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Active RN license (Pennsylvania or Multi-state)
• Minimum 1–2 years critical care or cath lab experience preferred
• BLS and ACLS required
• Moderate sedation training preferred

CLINICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:

• Advanced cardiac rhythm interpretation
• ACLS certification (required)
• Moderate sedation competency validation
• Hemodynamic monitoring proficiency
• Knowledge of:
  • Anticoagulants and antiplatelets
  • Contrast safety protocols
  • Radiation safety principles
• Ability to respond to emergencies until transfer if needed

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pre-Procedure Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments including:
  • Cardiac history and physical review
  • Medication reconciliation (anticoagulants, antiplatelets, insulin, etc.)
  • Allergy and contrast risk screening
  • Renal function review (baseline creatinine/GFR)
• Verify informed consent.
• Initiate IV access and administer pre-procedure medications.
• Confirm NPO status and procedural time-out compliance.
• Educate patients and families regarding procedure and post-care instructions.

Intra-Procedure Responsibilities

• Circulate and/or monitor during:
• Diagnostic cardiac catheterizations
• PCI (percutaneous coronary interventions)
• Peripheral angiography and interventions
• Loop recorder insertions
• Cardiomems
• Monitor conscious sedation per CMS and PA state regulations.
• Continuously monitor:
• Hemodynamics
• Blood pressure
• Assist physician with sterile technique and equipment preparation.
• Document medications, contrast volume, and procedural events in real time.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies (arrhythmias, hypotension, contrast reactions).
• Operate defibrillator and emergency equipment.

Post-Procedure Responsibilities

• Recover patients in PACU or monitored recovery area.
• Assess access site (radial/femoral) for bleeding or hematoma.
• Monitor distal pulses and vascular status.
• Manage sheath removal.
• Manage radial band removal.
• Activity restrictions
• Wound care
• Medication instructions
• Emergency warning signs

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods
• Ability to wear lead apron during procedures
• Lift and transfer patients as needed
• Respond quickly in emergency situations

ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve

• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
• And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc.Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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