RN-Cardiac Cath Lab/EP Lab Prep and Recovery

UW Health • Madison, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves providing specialized pre- and post-procedure care for adult patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, structural heart, and interventional nephrology procedures within UW Health's Heart & Vascular program. The nurse will care for a diverse patient population in a 12-bed prep/recovery unit, utilizing strong intermediate care (IMC) assessment skills. Responsibilities include preparing patients for procedures, recovering post-procedure patients, and caring for select higher-acuity patients, such as STEMI and TAVR patients requiring extended recovery. The position requires collaboration with an expert multidisciplinary team, including interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiovascular technologists, and Cath Lab nurses, to deliver safe, efficient, patient- and family-centered care. This is an opportunity to join a rapidly growing cardiovascular program with planned expansion and to build expertise in a fast-paced procedural environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred
• 6 months of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
• Specific to EP Lab- Previous moderate sedation experience Required
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where patients are receiving care or may work as eligible per state licensing regulations Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months Required

Nice To Haves

• Additional years of relevant clinical nursing experience Preferred
• Prior involvement in clinical procedures in area of specialty, including successful work or involvement in other hospital-wide project work Preferred
• Experience in an academic medical setting Preferred
• Specific to Gastro/Endo & Generations - Previous moderate sedation experience Preferred
• Certification in area of specialty Preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized pre- and post-procedure care for adult patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, structural heart, and interventional nephrology procedures.
• Care for a diverse patient population in a 12-bed prep/recovery unit, utilizing strong intermediate care (IMC) assessment skills.
• Prepare patients for procedures.
• Recover post-procedure patients.
• Care for select higher-acuity patients, including STEMI and TAVR patients requiring extended recovery.
• Collaborate with an expert multidisciplinary team including interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiovascular technologists, and Cath Lab nurses to deliver safe, efficient, patient- and family-centered care.
• Work in a fast-paced procedural environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous learning.

Benefits

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level