RN Cath Lab PT

ScionHealth; Palestine (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, seeks a skilled RN for the Cath Lab to support diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities include patient assessment, procedure prep, intra-procedure support, and post-procedure monitoring, with emphasis on safety and quality outcomes.

The role requires scrub/circulate/monitor capabilities, sterile technique, and strong communication within the interventional team.

Qualifications

• Postsecondary nursing program with diploma or certificate required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• Current RN licensure in state or compact state upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Cath Lab for procedures and gather equipment.
• Assess patients pre- and intra-procedure and document findings.
• Scrub, circulate, and monitor during diagnostic and interventional cardiology procedures.
• Administer medications and oxygen under physician supervision.
• Operate and maintain monitoring equipment.
• Support recovery and post-procedure handoffs.
• Participate in on-call rotation and emergency procedures.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Scrub, circulate, monitor

Patient assessment

Interventional cath lab support

Sterile technique

Cardiac equipment familiarity

Team communication

Education

Postsecondary nursing program (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad)

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (preferred)

Tools

ECG monitors

Hemodynamic systems

Cath lab equipment

Job description

Description

Join Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, a 150-bed hospital that has recently earned the prestigious Leapfrog “A” Safety Grade, the Platinum Award for quality from parent-company ScionHealth, and certification as a Chest Pain Center and Level IV Trauma facility. Palestine Regional provides a range of comprehensive care, including the latest in diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Palestine Regional is an integral part of the local community, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a real impact close to home.

Job Summary

The RN - Cath Lab provides skilled nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures. Responsibilities include patient assessment, procedure preparation, intra-procedure support including circulating and scrubbing roles, post-procedure monitoring, and collaboration with the interventional team. This position requires critical thinking, technical proficiency, and a strong commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Prepares procedure suite and gathers necessary equipment and supplies.


• Conducts pre- and intra-procedure patient assessments and documents findings.


• Assists with patient transport, positioning, prepping, and draping.


• Circulates, scrubs, and monitors patients during diagnostic and interventional cardiology procedures.


• Administers medications and oxygen under direct supervision of a physician.


• Operates and maintains monitoring and procedural equipment.


• Participates in patient recovery and post-procedure handoffs.


• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and care teams.


• Supervises and supports other Cath Lab personnel as needed.


• Assists with conscious sedation and documentation per hospital policy.


• Participates in emergency response procedures, including defibrillation and IABP operation.


• Maintains cleanliness and readiness of Cath Lab.


• Participates in on-call rotation and complies with timely response expectations.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Proficient in EKG rhythm interpretation and invasive monitoring.


• Ability to scrub, circulate, and monitor in a procedural setting.


• Demonstrates sound judgment, adaptability, and effective problem-solving.


• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.


• Knowledge of sterile technique, patient safety protocols, and procedural sedation.


• Familiarity with cardiac equipment including injectors, monitors, and hemodynamic systems.


• Capable of lifting 50-150 lbs with or without assistance must use proper body mechanics.


• Physically able to stand for long periods and perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.

Qualifications

Education

• Postsecondary (Cert/Diploma/Program Grad) from an accredited school of nursing (Required) And


• Bachelor’s Degree in nursing or related field (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the state of practice Upon Hire (Required) And


• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or within facility-specified time frame (Required) And


• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Within Facility-Specified time frame (May be Required-Facility Specific)

Experience

• 2+ years clinical nursing experience (Required) And


• 1+ years of Cath Lab or cardiac experience (Preferred)