Registered Nurse Cath Lab

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental & Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Cath Lab perioperative RN in Austin, TX, for a full-time daytime schedule. You will deliver specialized care during high-complexity cardiology procedures and assist physicians in real-time intraoperative settings.

The role requires Texas RN licensure, BLS, and a preference for ACLS; education includes a nursing diploma. Comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities are provided by Ascension.

Qualifications

• Must hold BLS certification within 1 month of hire.
• Registered Nurse credential from the Texas Board of Nursing before start date.
• Advanced Life Support (ACLS) preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized perioperative care during high-complexity cardiology procedures.
• Monitor hemodynamics, rhythms, and arterial lines while managing sedation and vasoactive infusions.
• Prepare and operate advanced endovascular and circulatory equipment; assist interventional cardiologists in high-risk cases.
• Lead post-procedure recovery with vascular access care and rapid response to bleeding or ischemic events.

Skills

RN

BLS

ACLS preferred

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Texas RN License

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
• Department: Cath Lab
• Schedule: Days | Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Austin, TX
• Facility: Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin
• Department: Cath Lab
• Schedule: Days | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Delivers specialized perioperative care during high-complexity, critical cardiology procedures, including primary PCI, Impella/IABP support, and emergency structural heart interventions.
• Monitors real-time hemodynamics, cardiac rhythms, and arterial lines while managing conscious sedation and administering emergency vasoactive drips.
• Prepares and operates advanced endovascular and circulatory support equipment, maintaining sterile fields and directly assisting interventional cardiologists during high-risk cases.
• Manages immediate post-procedure recovery, performing specialized vascular access site care, sheath removals, and rapid intervention for bleeding or ischemic complications.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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