Registered Nurse (RN) - Princeton Health - Cath Lab - Day Shift

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,049 - 95,701; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse (RN) for the Cardiac Cath Lab in Plainsboro Township, New Jersey. The RN will conduct diagnostic cardiac catheterizations and assist with interventions, ensuring top quality patient care while monitoring sedation and vital signs.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years in a cardiac setting and be able to educate patients effectively. The position offers competitive pay ranging from $43.59 to $69.47 hourly based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in a cardiac catheterization lab performing diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Ability to scrub and circulate in this setting.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and rhythm interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Scrub and circulate in diagnostic cardiac catheterizations and interventions.
• Administer moderate sedation and monitor levels during procedures.
• Prepare patients and administer medications before procedures.

Skills

Cardiac catheterization

Patient education

Monitoring vital signs

Sedation administration

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing school; BSN preferred

Tools

Intra-aortic balloon pump

Philips XPER hemodynamic monitoring system

IVUS

FFR/IFR

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Why Join Our Team?

Penn Medicine Princeton Health (PMPH) is seeking a full time Registered Nurse (RN) to work the day shift within the Cardiac Cath Lab. The Cath Lab at PMPH has been in operation since 1998, resides within the Main OR, and performs over 500 procedures annually, with projected growth.

Scheduling Requirements

• 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 5 days per week (day shift)
• On‑call requirement within 30 minutes

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Scrub and circulate in diagnostic cardiac catheterizations and percutaneous coronary interventions
• Administer moderate sedation and monitor sedation levels during and after procedures
• Prepare patients for procedures and administer medications pre, intra, and post procedure
• Assist in diagnosis of heart disease (muscle, valves, coronary arteries)
• Perform examinations pre and post-catheterization, and procedures such as temporary pacemaker implantation, balloon angioplasty, and stent placement
• Monitor and document vital signs, including arterial lines and pressures
• Educate patients on medications, healthy lifestyle, and surgical site care before discharge
• Use the EMR and maintain meticulous documentation of procedures

Competent to Use

• Intra‑aortic balloon pump
• Philips XPER hemodynamic monitoring system
• IVUS
• FFR/IFR

What We Require for this Role

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school; BSN preferred

Related Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years in a cardiac catheterization lab performing diagnostic and interventional procedures (required)
• Ability to scrub and circulate in this setting
• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, hemodynamic, and rhythm interpretation

Licensure, Certification or Registration Requirements

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACL)
• Critical Care Registered Nursing credentials (CCRN) preferred

Salary Range

$43.59 – $69.47 hourly, based on experience and education.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable law.