Office Based Lab RN (PRN)

Cardio; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cardiovascular Institute of the South in Louisiana is seeking an Office-Based Lab Registered Nurse (OBL RN) to support diagnostic and interventional peripheral vascular procedures for outpatients. Under supervision of physicians, the OBL RN provides comprehensive nursing care—planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating patient treatment plans in a high-acuity, procedure-based setting.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited nursing degree, current Louisiana RN licensure, BLS and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Strong clinical communication and critical thinking skills.
• Familiarity with vascular procedures, sterile technique, and radiation safety.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based procedural environment.
• Advanced cardiology certification preferred.
• Two years of critical care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and implement patient-specific treatment plans aligned with procedural goals.
• Engage patients and families in care planning and discharge goal-setting to support patient education and recovery.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, technologists, and the healthcare team to ensure optimal procedural outcomes and patient care continuity.
• Deliver individualized health education and support from pre-procedure through discharge, promoting healing and wellness.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMRs and other clinical records for each case under the patient’s designated medical record number.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic or surgical procedures using sterile technique and administer therapeutic measures in accordance with standards of care.
• Monitor and report diagnostic data and patient response to interventions, ensuring timely communication of any abnormalities.
• Assist directly at the lab table during diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring familiarity with radiation safety and sterile field practices.
• Support lab operations, including setup, cleanup, and inventory, while maintaining adherence to CIS policies and procedures.
• Foster a team-oriented environment, respond effectively under stress, and uphold CIS’s high standards of professionalism and patient care.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS

ACLS

Clinical communication

Vascular procedures

Sterile technique

Radiation safety

Team-based care

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Description

Who We Are:

Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.

What We Offer:

• Choice of three health insurance plans
• Dental insurance coverage
• Vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing plan
• Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability coverage
• Company‑paid life insurance for you and your family
• Access to company‑provided training and educational resources
• Eligibility for annual merit‑based performance increases
• Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
• Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents

About the Role:

The Office-Based Lab Registered Nurse (OBL RN) plays a vital role in supporting the performance and delivery of diagnostic and interventional peripheral vascular procedures for outpatients at the Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS). Under the supervision and guidance of physicians, the OBL RN is responsible for providing comprehensive, professional nursing care—planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating patient treatment plans. This role requires autonomous clinical judgment, procedural expertise, and adherence to the Nurse Practice Act, ensuring safe, patient-centered care in a high-acuity, procedure-based setting.

How You’ll Drive Our Mission Forward:

Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and implement patient-specific treatment plans aligned with procedural goals.

Engage patients and families in care planning and discharge goal-setting to support patient education and recovery.

Collaborate closely with physicians, technologists, and the healthcare team to ensure optimal procedural outcomes and patient care continuity.

Deliver individualized health education and support from pre-procedure through discharge, promoting healing and wellness.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in EMRs and other clinical records for each case under the patient’s designated medical record number.

Prepare patients for diagnostic or surgical procedures using sterile technique and administer therapeutic measures in accordance with standards of care.

Monitor and report diagnostic data and patient response to interventions, ensuring timely communication of any abnormalities.

Assist directly at the lab table during diagnostic and interventional procedures, ensuring familiarity with radiation safety and sterile field practices.

Support lab operations, including setup, cleanup, and inventory, while maintaining adherence to CIS policies and procedures.

Foster a team-oriented environment, respond effectively under stress, and uphold CIS’s high standards of professionalism and patient care.

What Makes You a Great Match:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Current RN licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Strong clinical communication and critical thinking skills

Familiarity with vascular procedures, sterile technique, and radiation safety standards

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based procedural environment

Desired but not required:

Advanced certification in cardiology or cardiovascular nursing

Two years of experience in a critical care setting

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