Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Cath Lab
Deaconess Illinois Medical Center | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
About the Role
Are you a Registered Nurse with a background in the Cath Lab, Emergency Department, or ICU who is ready to grow your skills in cardiovascular care?
Deaconess Illinois Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Cath Lab RN to join our Cardiac Catheterization Lab team. In this role, you will help provide safe, high-quality care to patients undergoing cardiac procedures while collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals in a specialized, fast-paced environment.
Our experienced Cardiac Cath Lab team will provide training to help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this role.
Please note: This position includes approximately 8–10 scheduled days/nights of STEMI on-call coverage per month, including weekends. When on call for a STEMI alert, you must be able to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes.
What You’ll Do
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Support Cardiac Procedures: Assist with cardiac catheterization procedures by performing procedure circulation and supporting safe, efficient patient care.
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Provide Patient Monitoring and Sedation Support: Perform assigned nursing responsibilities related to sedation, patient monitoring, and procedural safety.
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Document Patient Care: Maintain accurate, timely documentation in EPIC, including patient assessments, interventions, and procedural information.
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Assess and Monitor Patients: Evaluate patient conditions, recognize changes in clinical status, identify potential risks, and communicate concerns promptly.
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Promote Patient Safety: Follow established nursing standards, hospital policies, infection prevention practices, and medication administration guidelines.
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Collaborate With the Care Team: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical team members to coordinate care and support positive patient outcomes.
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Respond to STEMI Alerts: Participate in scheduled STEMI on-call coverage and respond within the required 30-minute arrival window.
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Maintain Clinical Competency: Complete required education, training, and unit-specific competencies to maintain safe and effective nursing practice.
Schedule and On-Call Requirements
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Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
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Approximately 8–10 scheduled days/nights of STEMI on-call coverage per month.
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Weekend STEMI on-call coverage is included in the schedule.
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Must be able to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of a STEMI alert when on call.
What You’ll Need
Education
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Associate Degree from an accredited school of professional nursing required.
Experience
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Two years of experience in the Cath Lab, Emergency Department, or ICU preferred.
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Training will be provided by the Cardiac Cath Lab team.
Licensure and Certifications
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Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Illinois required.
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American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
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American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Skills for Success
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Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
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Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
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Attention to detail and accurate electronic medical record documentation.
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Ability to prioritize patient needs in a fast-paced clinical setting.
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Commitment to patient safety, professional accountability, and quality care.
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Ability to respond to STEMI alerts and meet the required on-call response time.
Why Join Deaconess Illinois Medical Center?
Join a team committed to providing high-quality cardiovascular care while supporting your professional development. With training provided by our Cardiac Cath Lab team, this opportunity may be a great fit for an RN looking to build on existing critical care or emergency nursing experience and grow within a specialized procedural environment.
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply today to join Deaconess Illinois Medical Center!