Registered Nurse, Cardiac Cath Lab

Rutherford Regional Health System; Rutherfordton (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Tuition Assistance

401(k) retirement plan with company‑匹

Job summary

Rutherford Regional Health System is seeking an experienced RN for the Cardiac Cath Lab. This Monday–Friday role involves circulating, scrubbing, and monitoring during procedures with no call requirements.

You will work with interventional cardiologists and a specialized team to support diagnostic catheterizations, PCI, and STEMI responses, providing patient education and safe, high‑quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing is required.
• NC nursing license or multi-state license required.
• 1–3 years of recent Cath Lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all aspects of Cardiac Cath Lab patient care in a safety‑driven environment.
• Completes initial and ongoing assessments, including hemodynamic monitoring.
• Formulates individualized care plans and revises them based on patient response.
• Assists with diagnostic cardiac catheterization, PCI, device support, vascular procedures and STEMI response.
• Administers medications, monitors sedation levels, and manages patient response.
• Documents nursing care accurately and timely.
• Monitors and communicates patient condition to the care team, provider, patient, and family.
• Collaborates across disciplines for transfer, discharge, referral and education needs.
• Provides patient and family education related to procedures, recovery and follow-up.
• Advocates for patient wellbeing and rights; supports staff orientation and competency development.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Stress management

Nursing knowledge

BLS

ACLS

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Schedule:Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:00PM; no call requirements.

Your experience mattersRutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

As a Registered Nurse in our Cath Lab, you'll join a specialized cardiovascular team supporting diagnostic catheterizations and interventional PCI procedures, including coronary stent placement to open blocked arteries and help reduce heart attack risk for patients. This Monday-Friday position supports a limited STEMI program Monday-Thursday from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., with no call requirements. The RN will circulate, scrub, and monitor during procedures and should be comfortable working in all areas of the Cath Lab alongside interventional cardiologists, registered nurses, and monitoring technicians.

How you'll contribute

• Performs all aspects of Cardiac Cath Lab patient care in an environment that prioritizes safety and minimizes risk of medical/healthcare errors.


• Completes initial and ongoing assessments, including hemodynamic monitoring and pre-/post-procedure evaluations.


• Formulates individualized plans of care; revises plans based on patient response to treatment; evaluates effectiveness daily.


• Assists with all Cath Lab procedures including diagnostic cardiac catheterization, percutaneous coronary intervention, device implantation support, vascular procedures, and emergency STEMI response.


• Administers medications, monitors sedation levels, and manages patient response during procedures.


• Documents nursing care accurately and timely.


• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, provider, patient, and family.


• Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfer, discharge, referral, and education needs.


• Provides patient and family education related to procedures, recovery, medications, and follow-up care.


• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient, ensuring protection of patient rights.


• Assists in orientation, training, and competency development of staff as directed.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current RN license to practice in NC (NC licensure or multi-state (compact) license).Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred. 1-3 years recent Cath Lab experience required. Additional requirements includeAdditional requirements include:

• Requires critical thinking skills.


• Decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Ability to respond to and perform effectively in emergent situations.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.


• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.


• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match.


• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).


• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Rutherford Regional Health System

Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Rutherford County and surrounding communities. As part of Lifepoint Health, we combine the support and resources of a national healthcare network with the close-knit feel of a community hospital. Through our partnership with Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, we are strengthening quality, expanding access to physician expertise and specialists, and investing in resources that help transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Here, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to making a meaningful difference for patients and helping build healthier communities.

EEOC Statement

"Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."