Cath Lab RN: Patient-Centered Procedure Support

Northwest Health - Porter; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Health - Porter in Indiana seeks an RN to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based practice and collaboration with patients and families.

Key responsibilities include assessments, documentation, medication administration, procedures support, care plan development, patient education, infection control, and participation in audits and performance

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of clinical nursing experience or student rotations in an acute care setting.
• RN licensure (state or compact) required.
• BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, NRP preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork in interdisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care per nursing process.
• Assess patients, document findings, and report changes to the care team.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects.
• Assist physicians during procedures within competency scope.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans with the team.
• Provide patient and family education on conditions and discharge care.
• Adhere to infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Communication

Infection control

Documentation

Team collaboration

Patient education

Tools

IV pumps

Monitors

Ventilators

Job description

Northwest Health - Porter in Indiana seeks an RN to provide patient-centered care through the nursing process, coordinating with physicians and the care team to achieve optimal outcomes. The role emphasizes compassionate, evidence-based practice and collaboration with patients and families.

Key responsibilities include assessments, documentation, medication administration, procedures support, care plan development, patient education, infection control, and participation in audits and performance