Registered Nurse - Cath Lab (PRN)

Townsen Memorial Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple medical plans

401(k) with vesting

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Disability plans

AD&D insurance

401(k) retirement

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Houston is seeking a PRN Cath Lab Registered Nurse to provide specialized care for patients undergoing cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities include patient preparation, monitoring during procedures, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree in Nursing, Texas RN license, and at least two years of relevant experience. Benefits include multiple medical and dental plans, a 401(k) plan, and a supportive work environment that emphasizes patient care and community health.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with at least 2 years of experience in Cath Lab and Electrophysiology.
• Ability to provide patient education before and after procedures.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for procedures through assessments and education.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to changes during procedures.
• Assist during interventional procedures and document accurately.
• Adjust EP and device settings under physician direction.
• Provide sedation, post-procedure monitoring, and discharge planning.
• Ensure safety, imaging accuracy, and HIPAA compliance.
• Document data accurately in EMR and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Knowledge of human anatomy

Knowledge of cardiovascular physiology

Technical proficiency in imaging equipment

Strong communication skills

Ability to respond quickly in high-stress situations

Critical thinking skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Registered Nurse in Texas

BLS certified

ACLS certified

PALS certified (within 60 days)

Cath Lab/EP experience

Tools

EMR systems

Radiographic equipment

Hemodynamic monitoring equipment

Job description

We are looking for a PRN Cath Lab Registered Nurse for our newest facility in West Houston (77072).

The Cath Lab / EP Registered Nurse is responsible for providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular and electrophysiology procedures. This role ensures patient safety and comfort throughout all phases of care, including pre-procedure assessment, intra-procedure monitoring and support, and post procedure recovery. The Cath Lab / EP RN collaborates with physicians, technologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, regulatory standards, and best practices. In addition, this position requires advanced knowledge of electrophysiology workflows and the ability to adjust device and equipment settings during procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares patients for Cath Lab and EP procedures through assessments, IV initiation, medication administration, and patient education.
• Monitors cardiac rhythms, hemodynamics, and vital signs, responding promptly to changes or emergent conditions.
• Assists physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures, including coronary angiography, angioplasty, stent placement, ablations, device implantation, and EP studies.
• Adjusts and manages EP and device settings (e.g., pacemakers, ICDs, mapping systems) under physician direction.
• Administers moderate sedation and ensures patient safety per established protocols.
• Provides post-procedure monitoring, patient/family education, and discharge coordination.
• Ensures equipment functionality and adherence to safety practices, including radiation protection, sterile technique, and infection control.
• Documents assessments, interventions, medications, and procedural data accurately in the EMR.
• Participates in performance improvement, continuing education, and competency activities.
• Protects patient and family privacy rights and maintains confidentiality of patient records in accordance with HIPAA requirements, policy and procedure.
• Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards.
• Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the workplace.
• Performs other related tasks as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of human anatomy, cardiovascular physiology, and electrophysiology concepts.
• Knowledge of diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic principles, practices, and safety standards, including exposure factors, occupational hazards, and radiation protection.
• Knowledge of basic chemistry, imaging equipment, and radiographic/fluoroscopic system operation.
• Knowledge of how diseases and injuries are diagnosed and visualized through radiographic and cardiovascular imaging techniques.
• Technical proficiency in operating radiographic, fluoroscopic, hemodynamic monitoring, EP mapping, and device programming equipment.
• Proficiency with computers, EMR systems, and digital imaging workflows.
• Ability to perform high-quality imaging and radiology-supported procedures according to protocol in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ability to lift, assist, and position patients safely for imaging or procedural needs.
• Ability to maintain accurate patient records, organized documentation, and efficient patient throughput.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to respond quickly, both physically and mentally, when patient conditions or procedural priorities change.
• Ability to maintain composure, emotional control, and a calm, helpful demeanor in high-stress situations.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions, demands, and a high-variety work environment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and sound judgment.
• Strong critical thinking, clinical decision-making, and troubleshooting skills in cardiovascular and EP procedural settings.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate's Degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse in the State of Texas
• Two (2) years of Cath Lab and Electrophysiology experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or must be obtained within sixty (60) days of hire.

BENEFITS

• 3 Medical Plans
• 2 Dental Plans
• 1 Vision Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Basic Life and Voluntary Insurance Plans with AD&D
• 401(k) with a 2-year vesting

Townsen Memorial Hospital is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.