RN-Cardiac Cath Lab/EP Lab Prep and Recovery

UW Health; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Part time

Job summary

UW Health in Madison, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide specialized pre- and post-procedure care within the Heart & Vascular program. The role supports adult patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, and related procedures in a growing, 12-bed prep/recovery unit.

On-call may be required with 60-minute response time. Onsite at University Hospital, 80% FTE, day/evening shifts, with multidisciplinary collaboration and opportunities for growth as the program

Qualifications

• 6 months of relevant clinical nursing experience required.
• Specific to EP Lab - previous moderate sedation experience required.
• Additional years of relevant clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Prior involvement in clinical procedures in area of specialty, including successful work or involvement in other hospital-wide project work preferred.
• Experience in an academic medical setting preferred.
• Specific to Gastro/Endo & Generations - previous moderate sedation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized pre- and post-procedure care for adult patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, structural heart, and interventional nephrology procedures.
• Care for a diverse patient population in a 12-bed prep/recovery unit, using IMC assessment skills.
• Collaborate with interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, anesthesiologists, technologists, and nurses to deliver safe, patient-centered care.
• Support the expansion to 24 prep/recovery bays and procedure rooms planned for 2027, contributing to program growth.
• Join a fast-paced procedural environment that values teamwork and continuous learning within cardiovascular care.

Skills

Moderate sedation experience

Cardiac care

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Description:

Schedule: 80% FTE, day/evening shift. Operational hours of the Prep/Recovery Cath Lab/EP Lab are 5:30am to 7:00pm. On‑call responsibilities may be required for some weekends and/or holidays with a 60‑minute response time. We offer a competitive starting pay; relevant work experience will be considered. Hours may vary depending on department need. You will work onsite at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Provide specialized pre- and post-procedure care for adult patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, structural heart, and interventional nephrology procedures in UW Health's nationally recognized Heart & Vascular program.
• Care for a diverse patient population in a 12-bed prep/recovery unit, utilizing strong intermediate care (IMC) assessment skills while preparing patients for procedures, recovering post-procedure patients, and caring for select higher-acuity patients, including STEMI and TAVR patients requiring extended recovery.
• Collaborate with an expert multidisciplinary team including interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiovascular technologists, and Cath Lab nurses to deliver safe, efficient, patient- and family-centered care.
• Join a rapidly growing cardiovascular program with an exciting expansion to 24 prep/recovery bays and procedure rooms planned for 2027, creating new opportunities to grow alongside one of the nation's leading heart programs.
• Build your expertise in a fast-paced procedural environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous learning, making this an ideal opportunity for nurses with strong intermediate care experience looking to specialize in cardiovascular care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred

Work Experience

• 6 months of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
• Specific to EP Lab- Previous moderate sedation experience Required
• Additional years of relevant clinical nursing experience Preferred
• Prior involvement in clinical procedures in area of specialty, including successful work or involvement in other hospital-wide project work Preferred
• Experience in an academic medical setting Preferred
• Specific to Gastro/Endo & Generations - Previous moderate sedation experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where patients are receiving care or may work as eligible per state licensing regulations Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months Required
• Certification in area of specialty Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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