RN - Cath Lab Manager

Next Move Healthcare

Rockford (IL)

On-site

USD 96,000 - 127,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Next Move Healthcare in Rockford, IL, is seeking an experienced RN - Cath Lab Manager to lead a fast-paced procedural services department. This leadership role oversees Cardiac Cath Lab, Neuro IR, and Interventional Radiology, partnering with physicians and clinical leadership to strengthen operations and staff development.

The ideal candidate has Cath Lab, Neuro IR, or Interventional Radiology experience with at least two years of supervisory or management experience, plus active BLS, ACLS, and

Qualifications

BSN required and Illinois RN licensure or eligibility.
Minimum two years of supervisory or manager nursing leadership experience.
Experience in Cardiac Cath Lab, Neuro IR, or Interventional Radiology.
Current BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale certifications.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily clinical and operational activities in Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology.
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop nursing and procedural staff.
Partner with physicians and department leadership to expand cardiovascular and interventional services.
Ensure staffing for around-the-clock procedural and emergency coverage; manage budgets and resources.
Promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence.

Skills

BSN

Illinois RN license

2+ years leadership

Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

BLS

ACLS

NIH Stroke Scale

Job description

Job Title: RN - Cath Lab Manager
Location: Rockford, Illinois
Schedule: Full-Time | 8-Hour Day Shift | Managerial Role with 24/7 Department Availability
Pay Range: $46.05–$61.02 per hour
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 with a two-year commitment
Relocation Assistance: May be available on a case-by-case basis

Job Overview

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced RN - Cath Lab Manager to lead a fast-paced and growing procedural services department in Rockford, Illinois.

This leadership role oversees Cardiac Catheterization, Electrophysiology, Neuro Interventional Radiology, Interventional Radiology, and related pre- and post-procedure services. The Manager will work closely with physicians and clinical leadership to strengthen operations, develop staff, improve workflows, and support continued service-line growth.

The ideal candidate is a highly visible and adaptable nursing leader with previous Cath Lab, Neuro IR, or Interventional Radiology experience and at least two years of supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily clinical and operational activities across Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology services
Lead, coach, mentor, and develop nursing and procedural staff
Partner with physicians and department leadership to expand cardiovascular and interventional services
Build an accountable, collaborative, and patient-focused department culture
Manage staffing and scheduling to support around-the-clock procedural and emergency coverage
Ensure appropriate staffing levels based on patient volume, acuity, and procedural demand
Monitor department productivity, quality, financial performance, and operational metrics
Identify workflow challenges and implement process improvements
Support safe, efficient patient flow through pre-procedure, procedural, and recovery areas
Promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with cardiologists, electrophysiologists, interventional radiologists, neuro-interventional physicians, and other clinical leaders
Assist with recruitment, onboarding, retention, competency development, and employee performance management
Promote staff engagement and professional growth through coaching and mentorship
Support quality-improvement and patient-outcome initiatives
Manage departmental budgets, resources, equipment, and staffing productivity
Review current processes and challenge inefficient or outdated workflows
Support implementation of new technologies, procedures, and clinical best practices
Maintain readiness for accreditation and regulatory reviews
Respond to significant staffing, operational, or clinical concerns outside regular business hours when leadership support is required
Collaborate with executive and service-line leadership on strategic departmental goals
Perform other leadership responsibilities as assigned

Department Information

The procedural department includes 5 suites and supports a diverse range of cardiovascular, electrophysiology, neuro-interventional, and interventional radiology cases.

Average daily procedural volume includes approximately:

5 coronary cases
3 neuro-interventional cases
3 electrophysiology cases
16 interventional radiology cases

Common procedures and patient populations include:

STEMI
Percutaneous coronary intervention
Diagnostic coronary angiography
Structural heart procedures
Electrophysiology studies
Cardiac ablations
Pacemaker and device implants
Synchronized cardioversion
Transesophageal echocardiography
Acute stroke and thrombectomy procedures
Peripheral vascular interventions
Biopsies
Drain placements
Pre- and post-procedural recovery

Qualifications

Required

Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Current Registered Nurse license or ability to obtain Illinois RN licensure
Minimum of two years of supervisory, manager, or higher-level nursing leadership experience
Previous clinical or leadership experience in:

Cardiac Cath Lab
Neuro Interventional Radiology
Interventional Radiology
Closely related procedural services

Current Basic Life Support certification
Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification
Current NIH Stroke Scale certification
Strong knowledge of cardiovascular and procedural patient care
Experience managing clinical staff and complex staffing needs
Strong communication, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to make difficult operational and personnel decisions while maintaining professionalism and accountability
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly changing, high-volume procedural environment
Willingness to provide leadership availability outside normal business hours when department needs require it

Preferred

Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field
Previous Cath Lab or Interventional Radiology management experience
Neuro IR leadership experience
Experience leading large procedural-services teams
Demonstrated success improving departmental culture and staff engagement
Experience with service-line growth and procedural-volume expansion
Experience managing department budgets, staffing productivity, and financial performance
Experience implementing quality and process-improvement initiatives
Knowledge of cardiovascular and interventional accreditation and regulatory requirements
Experience introducing new procedures, technologies, or clinical programs

Leadership Profile

Strong, visible leadership and a willingness to lead by example
Ability to develop high-performing and accountable teams
Comfort leading through operational and cultural change
Strong physician relationship-building skills
Ability to identify opportunities for improvement rather than relying on established routines
Excellent communication with frontline staff, physicians, and executive leadership
Resilience and sound judgment in a high-pressure environment
Genuine interest in developing people and improving patient care

Benefits & Incentives