RN HOPS - Cardiac Cath Lab

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cleveland Clinic Main Campus is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Invasive Cardiovascular Laboratory, J2-1, to support diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures with a collaborative team and leading-edge technology.

You will perform nursing assessments, administer treatments, coordinate care, and participate in on-call rotations. The role requires strong patient communication, safety focus, and adaptability in a high-acuity cardiac setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, ADN, BSN)
• Current state RN licensure required
• BLS certification needed at hire or within onboarding window
• ACLS certification within six months of hire
• One year of recent RN experience; LPN path may substitute in special cases

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic services in hospitalized settings.
• Assess patients, document findings, and notify physicians of abnormal results.
• Perform telephone triage and participate in call rotations.
• Administer treatments and medications; establish care plans in collaboration with the health care team.
• Coordinate ongoing care, identify discharge needs and assist with discharge planning.
• Evaluate and maintain standards of care; educate patients and families.
• Cover other nursing roles in the department as needed.

Skills

RN licensure

BLS certified

ACLS within 6 months

Clinical experience

On-call readiness

Education

Nursing program graduate

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic's Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Invasive Cardiovascular Laboratory at J2-1 is at the forefront of advanced cardiovascular care, providing expert nursing and technical support for some of the most complex non-surgical procedures in the world. Our team cares for adult patients with a wide range of cardiovascular and structural heart conditions, including coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndromes, heart failure, valvular and congenital heart disorders, and peripheral vascular disease.

Working alongside physicians and multidisciplinary specialists, caregivers in J2-1 play an important role in delivering highly specialized care across procedures such as coronary angiography and intervention, hemodynamic studies, myocardial biopsy, intravascular imaging, carotid and peripheral interventions, valve repair and replacement, and congenital heart defect closure. The team also supports advanced mechanical circulatory devices, including IABP, TandemHeart, and Impella. With state-of-the-art technology, a collaborative environment, and opportunities to care for patients undergoing complex procedures, J2-1 offers an exciting opportunity to grow your expertise while being part of a team advancing the future of cardiovascular care.

When newly hired, caregivers will work a combination of two 8-hour shifts and two 12-hour shifts. Following completion of training, the position includes an on-call component, with caregivers typically participating in 2-4 call shifts per four-week schedule, including both primary and secondary call responsibilities. Weekend work is not required unless assigned as part of the on-call rotation.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic services to hospitalized patients in various healthcare settings.
• Assess patients, complete nursing assessments, document findings in patient records and notify physicians of abnormal findings.
• Perform telephone triage and call rotations.
• Perform nursing procedures and administer treatments and medications.
• Establish care plans in collaboration with patients, families and the health care team.
• Coordinate ongoing care, identify discharge needs and facilitate discharge planning.
• Evaluate, initiate and maintain standards of care.
• Educate patients and families.
• Cover other nursing roles in the department.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (Diploma, ADN, BSN program)
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Certification within six months of hire
• One year of recent experience as an RN
• OR Licensed RN with at least two years of LPN experience within the same Cleveland Clinic procedural department may substitute for required RN experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Two years of recent experience as an RN
• Cardiac ICU experience
• ICU or ER experience

Physical Requirements:

• Requires full range of motion, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time.
• Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
• Requires some exposure to communicable disease or bodily fluids.
• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $35.50

Maximum hourly: $55.60

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate's actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate's work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic's benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).