Registered Nurse CATH LAB Cardiology/Interventional Radiology - Per diem

MMC #1; Meadville (Crawford County); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Cath Lab, focusing on assisting in cardiology and interventional radiology procedures. This part-time position requires a current Pennsylvania nursing license and BLS/ACLS certification. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in acute care, with preference for those with cardiac cath lab experience. Responsibilities include patient monitoring, documentation, and support during procedures, ensuring the highest standards of care are maintained.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of adult acute care experience with cardiology/cardiovascular nursing.
• BLS/ACLS certification required; CCRN preferred.
• Current State Nursing License in Pennsylvania or application for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Assist cardiologist/radiologist in procedures, ensuring patient safety.
• Monitor and document patient conditions accurately.
• Direct and evaluate nursing care, maintaining professionalism.

Skills

Professional knowledge of nursing theory and practice

Effective communication skills

Ability to assess patient conditions

Emergency response skills

Education

Completion of an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

IV administration skills

Knowledge of arterial lines

Understanding of Swan-Ganz catheter

Job description

Registered Nurse CATH LAB Cardiology/Interventional Radiology - Per diem

Job Category: NURSING
Requisition Number: REGIS002780

• Posted: December 23, 2025
• Part-Time

Location

LIBERTY STREET HOSPITAL
751 LIBERTY STREET
MEADVILLE, PA 16335, USA

Responsibilities

The nurse will assist the cardiologist/radiologist in all aspects of invasive and non‑invasive cardiology/radiology, including procedures performed at One Vernon Place, which may include circulating, monitoring, and recording hemodynamic parameters.

Communicates with the physician continuously and as needed about patient’s condition; serves as liaison between patient family and physician. Reports pertinent observations, changes, and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (physician, manager, supervisor, etc.), records these observations accurately and legibly for patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures.

Assesses the patient’s condition and nursing needs, develops and implements an individual plan of care with revisions as needs change. Responsible for admitting, recovering, and discharging patients from the Cardiac Cath/Interventional Radiology Lab.

Maintains the standards of nursing care within the guidelines of the nursing department and monitors the patient at all times.

Demonstrates knowledge of and implements policies and procedures of the hospital and nursing departments as well as cardiology, radiology, and critical care areas policies.

Directs, supervises, and evaluates nursing care provided to patients and administers direct care, using professional nursing skills and judgments as required. Ensures the pre‑op checklist is complete before patient is taken into the catheterization lab.

Institutes emergency measures for Code Blue, Fire, and Disaster plans.

Demonstrates knowledge of arterial lines and Swan‑Ganz catheter; documents appropriately.

Assists physicians with patient procedures and exams, transcribes physician orders accurately and legibly, and administers medications, including IVs, according to hospital policy and procedure.

Assists with inventory, obtains supplies for individual cases, ensures all appropriate needs are met, demonstrates cost‑conscious use of supplies, maintains equipment in a clean and safe manner, and maintains a change sheet for all procedures.

Participates in the orientation of new staff and in the clinical experience of students. Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and continuing education. Attends in‑service programs that are required and continuing education programs outside of the hospital.

Supports TQI (Total Quality Improvement) concepts through teamwork, participation, and cooperation; participates in nursing service committees.

Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Professional knowledge of nursing theory and practice at a level normally acquired through completion of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Minimum one year of adult, acute care experience with cardiology/cardiovascular nursing. One year of experience in a cardiac cath lab preferred.
• IABP experience preferred.
• Current BLS/ACLS are required; CCRN preferred.
• Current State Nursing License in Pennsylvania or having made application for licensure.

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Current State Nursing License in Pennsylvania.
• BLS/ACLS certification.
• CCRN certification (preferred).

Communication

• Provide instruction to the patient and/or significant other.
• Provide explanations to the patient and/or significant other.
• Communicate effectively with other members of the health team.

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