Cath Lab RN
About The Position
Join a leading 250+ bed acute care hospital in Anchorage, Alaska, recognized for excellence in cardiovascular and interventional care. This Cath Lab RN role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment serving a diverse patient population. The facility performs 4-6 procedures daily across three state-of-the-art procedural rooms, including cardiac catheterizations, EP ablations, structural heart interventions, and neuro/vascular procedures. Anchorage provides unmatched access to outdoor recreation, scenic beauty, and a thriving community - ideal for nurses seeking both professional growth and an exceptional lifestyle.
Requirements
- Current Alaska RN license in good standing
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- 2-3 years of Cath Lab experience OR 5+ years of high-acuity nursing experience (ICU, Critical Care, or equivalent)
- Demonstrated experience in circulating, patient monitoring, and sedation medication administration
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Ability to respond to on-call within 30 minutes (8-10 call days per 4-week rotation)
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
- Specialty certifications relevant to cardiovascular or interventional nursing (additional $2.00/hour certification pay available)
Responsibilities
- Deliver expert nursing care during all invasive cardiac, vascular, and interventional procedures, including cardiac catheterizations, coronary interventions, EP device implantations, ablation therapies, structural heart procedures (TAVR, LAAC), and endovascular interventions.
- Circulate and monitor patients throughout procedures, including transport, site preparation, sterile technique, hemodynamic monitoring, sedation administration, and hemostasis management following catheter/sheath removal.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care and effective communication using SBAR protocols for hand-off communication.
- Prepare and administer sedation medications, including mixing sedation drips, while maintaining patient safety and procedural efficiency.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant patient documentation and complete all procedural paperwork for physician interpretation.
- Respond to emergent cases with composure and clinical expertise, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in high-acuity situations.
- Orient and mentor new team members as needed to maintain unit excellence.
Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $38.79-$56.74 based on experience (0-20+ years)
- Shift Differentials: Evening $2.75/hour | Night $4.65/hour | Weekend $2.50/hour | On-Call $4.50/hour
- Sign-On Bonus: $25,000
- Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis
- Certification Pay: Additional $2.00/hour for approved specialty certifications beyond baseline requirements
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Employee wellness programs and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
