RN - Cath Lab

Details

Client Name
Providence Alaska Medical Center

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Cath Lab

Job ID
19377046

Weekly Pay
$3208.0


Shift Details

Shift
10hr Days

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
11/23/2026

End Date
05/22/2027

Duration
26 Week(s)


Job Description
Summary:
The Cath Lab Registered Nurse delivers specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and interventional cardiology procedures. This role includes preparing patients before procedures, assisting during interventions, and overseeing immediate recovery afterward. In collaboration with cardiologists and the cath lab team, the RN must demonstrate advanced cardiac expertise, strong communication abilities, and adaptability while maintaining compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Perform pre-procedure patient assessments, including review of medical history and physical evaluation
Position patients appropriately for procedures and ensure proper placement of ECG leads and monitoring equipment
Assist physicians throughout procedures, including support with catheters, guidewires, balloons, stents, structural heart devices, and other interventions
Operate and observe hemodynamic monitoring systems, identifying and responding to changes in cardiac rhythms and pressure waveforms
Support arterial and/or venous sheath removal using manual pressure, closure devices, or mechanical compression, and transport patients to recovery areas
Continuously monitor vital signs, ECG readings, and hemodynamic data during procedures
Provide post-procedure care by observing patient recovery and facilitating transition to the next level of care
Ensure cath lab equipment is properly maintained, functional, and adequately stocked; troubleshoot issues as needed
Communicate clearly and effectively with physicians, team members, patients, and families to ensure coordinated care
Follow all safety practices, infection prevention measures, and regulatory requirements
Complete additional duties within the RN scope of practice as assigned

Required Skills and Qualifications:
Strong critical thinking, customer service mindset, and effective interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
Ability to understand written instructions, follow verbal directions, and utilize basic computer systems
Physical capability to remain stationary for extended periods, move throughout the department, and lift or move equipment weighing 50-100 lbs, including pushing, pulling, and bending
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse healthcare staff while maintaining professionalism and a positive attitude
Fine motor coordination and dexterity required for assisting with procedures and handling specialized equipment
Capacity to manage frequent interactions with patients and the public while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced setting
Ability to work both independently and under occasional supervision
Flexibility to handle variable schedules and maintain sustained attention to detail
Adequate visual acuity and communication ability to safely perform job responsibilities


Client Details

Address
3200 Providence Dr

City
Anchorage

State
AK

Zip Code
99508


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