Registered Nurse- Invasive Cardiology

Denver Health•Denver, CO

2d•$38 - $60

About The Position

The Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Registered Nurse is a critical care nurse who, under general supervision, provides safe patient care for diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs. The nurse delivers direct care in accordance with the applicable scope and standards of practice and Denver Health policies, values, and mission. The role participates in the overnight and weekend Invasive Cardiology call pool as part of an emergency response team and uses the nursing process in alignment with the American Nurses Association Nursing Administration Scope and Standards of Practice. The position also incorporates the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas into daily practice. The nurse administers conscious sedation and other medications within scope and demonstrated competencies; monitors, records, and communicates patient conditions in the EMR and hemodynamic program; and operates complex specialty equipment. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced procedural environment. Work schedules may require extended shifts and on-call availability, with the ability to arrive within 30 minutes for after-hours call situations. The position is scheduled for days and is listed as regular work. The salary range is $38.43–$59.57 per hour. Denver Health offers paid time off, parental leave, retirement contributions, health coverage, well-being programs, tuition assistance and reimbursement, career development opportunities, transit benefits, childcare discounts, and other financial and employee perks.

Requirements

Associate's degree from a nursing program.
Registered Nurse license through the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA).
Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
1–3 years of Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Lab experience preferred, or 2–3 years of critical care/intensive care experience required in lieu of Cath/EP Lab experience.
Ability to recognize and interpret cardiac arrhythmias.
Ability to recognize and interpret normal and abnormal hemodynamic responses.
In-depth knowledge of coronary and peripheral artery anatomy and cardiac electrical pathways.
Ability to operate complex specialty equipment in Invasive Cardiology Labs with demonstrated competencies.
Knowledge of clinical nursing practice techniques, methods, and competencies.
Knowledge of safety principles and infection control in patient care environments.
Knowledge of Denver Health nursing standards, policies, and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
EPIC or other EMR skills.
Availability for extended shifts and on-call work as operational needs require, with the ability to arrive within 30 minutes for after-hours calls.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
1–3 years of Invasive Cardiology Cath/EP Lab experience.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs.
Administer conscious sedation and/or other medications for cardiovascular and electrophysiology cases within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies.
Monitor, record, and communicate patient condition in the EMR and hemodynamic program.
Operate complex specialty equipment for patients undergoing procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies.
Use critical thinking and decisive judgment and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced procedural environment.
Participate in the overnight and weekend Invasive Cardiology call pool as part of an emergency response team.
Maintain flexibility for extended shifts and on-call needs, including the ability to arrive within 30 minutes for after-hours calls.
Provide nursing leadership using the nursing process and incorporate the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas into daily practice.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other perks.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
Career advancement pathways and a professional clinical advancement program.
Shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, plus free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligibility.