Cardiovascular Cath Lab RN

Cooperidge Consulting Firm•Anchorage, AK

15d

About The Position

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Cardiovascular Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN) for a top healthcare client. This position is responsible for providing specialized nursing care during invasive cardiac, vascular, and interventional procedures. The Cath Lab RN ensures patient safety, accurate monitoring, and effective collaboration with physicians and technologists throughout all phases of care. The ideal candidate demonstrates clinical precision, critical thinking, and compassion in a fast-paced environment dedicated to high-quality outcomes.

Requirements

Associate’s Degree in Nursing required
2–3 years of Cath Lab nursing experience required
Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification – American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification – American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Strong clinical judgment and procedural accuracy
Effective communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to remain calm and organized in high-pressure environments

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Prior ICU or Emergency Room experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assist physicians with all invasive cardiac, vascular, and interventional procedures, including cardiac catheterizations, coronary interventions, and electrophysiology procedures.
Support testing and therapeutic processes for interventional radiology, neurodiagnostic, endovascular, and structural heart procedures (e.g., LAAC, TAVR).
Monitor patients before, during, and after procedures, ensuring safe sedation, hemostasis, and accurate documentation.
Facilitate clear communication among the Cath Lab team using the SBAR process for patient hand-offs.
Maintain sterile technique and assist with patient transport, site preparation, and post-procedure recovery.
Manage emergent cases and respond promptly to critical situations.
Complete all patient records and prepare procedure reports for physician interpretation.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff and assist in the orientation of new team members.