RN - Cath Lab

Cynet Health; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an experienced RN for Cath Lab assignments in Illinois. The role focuses on cardiac care, diagnostic and interventional procedures, and requires ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, and an active IL license. 13-week assignment with day 4x10 hour shifts.

Responsibilities include support in ASD closures, stent placements, catheterizations, IV therapy, and strict infection control. Weekend/on-call requirements apply and cross-functional team support is available.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois license required.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience with at least 1 year in cardiac cath lab.
• Must be able to work every third weekend and on-call one night weekly.
• Experience with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide cath lab nursing care for adult and geriatric patients.
• Assist with ASD closures, stent placements, and catheterizations.
• Administer antiarrhythmics and IV vasopressors as needed.
• Support with central line insertion and IV therapy.
• Maintain infection control protocols and procedural sedation safety.

Skills

Cardiac care

Critical thinking

IV therapy

Infection control

Education

Illinois RN license

Tools

Cerner

Job description

RN - Cath Lab

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Cath Lab

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day 4x10-Hour

Hours per Shift: 10

Experience: Minimum 2 years required, with at least 1 year of cardiac cath lab experience.

License: Active Illinois license required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required

Must-Have:

First-timers accepted only with significant cath lab experienceWeekend requirement: Must work every third weekendOn-call requirement: Yes - one night each week, every third weekendCandidate must float within scope to meet facility needs

Description:Position in Cath Lab for an experienced Registered Nurse.This role requires strong clinical skills in cardiac care.Ratios are 1:2 during days and 1:1 for nights and weekends.Candidates should have experience with diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.Experience in ASD closures, cardiac stent placement, and various catheterizations is required.Electrophysiology skills, including arrhythmia induction, are necessary.Experience with vascular studies such as angioplasty and stent graft placement is essential.Candidates must demonstrate proficiency with medications such as antiarrhythmics and IV vasopressors.Experience in IV therapy, including assistance with central line insertion, is expected.Knowledge of infection prevention and monitoring procedural sedation is crucial.Candidates should be familiar with using Cerner for charting.Previous charge experience is preferred but not mandatory.This position supports adult and geriatric patient populations in a dynamic environment.Cross-functional support is available from various interdisciplinary teams.Candidates must adhere to strict infection control protocols and safety standards.Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills are necessary for managing patient care in the Cath Lab.