Cath Lab RN
Catheterization Lab RN – 18-Week Contract
Location: Lexington, KY
Shift: Four 10-hour days, 1st shift
Contract Duration: 18 weeks
Start Date: November 30, 2026
About the Role
The facility's catheterization lab is seeking an experienced RN to provide direct patient care in a high-volume interventional cardiology setting. You'll work alongside cardiologists and cath lab technicians managing diagnostic angiograms, percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), stent placements, and advanced device implantations including Impella and IABP support.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor hemodynamic status and vital signs throughout procedures; communicate changes to the care team promptly
- Administer medications, sedation, and contrast media per physician orders and protocol
- Assist with patient preparation, education, and post-procedure recovery and discharge
- Manage vascular access sites, including sheath removal and hemostasis verification
- Respond rapidly to emergent complications such as arrhythmias, hemorrhage, and vasovagal reactions
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on individualized patient care plans
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted RN license (state or compact)
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- Minimum 2+ years recent, continuous cath lab experience
- Demonstrated experience with high-volume labs (10+ cases/day), PCI, STEMI protocols, and high-risk interventions
- Neuro-interventional experience preferred
Call Requirements
Eight-week rotating call schedule during the contract: two Fridays off-shift, two weekend shifts, and 1–2 weekday nights of call per week.
Weekends and holidays are required.