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

• Support Cardiac Procedures: Assist with cardiac catheterization procedures by performing procedure circulation and supporting safe, efficient patient care.

• Provide Patient Monitoring and Sedation Support: Perform assigned nursing responsibilities related to sedation, patient monitoring, and procedural safety.

• Document Patient Care: Maintain accurate, timely documentation in EPIC, including patient assessments, interventions, and procedural information.

• Assess and Monitor Patients: Evaluate patient conditions, recognize changes in clinical status, identify potential risks, and communicate concerns promptly.

• Promote Patient Safety: Follow established nursing standards, hospital policies, infection prevention practices, and medication administration guidelines.

• Collaborate With the Care Team: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other clinical team members to coordinate care and support positive patient outcomes.

• Respond to STEMI Alerts: Participate in scheduled STEMI on-call coverage and respond within the required 30-minute arrival window.

• Maintain Clinical Competency: Complete required education, training, and unit-specific competencies to maintain safe and effective nursing practice.

Schedule and On-Call Requirements

• Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.

• Approximately 8–10 scheduled days/nights of STEMI on-call coverage per month.

• Weekend STEMI on-call coverage is included in the schedule.

• Must be able to arrive at the hospital within 30 minutes of a STEMI alert when on call.

What You’ll Need

Education

• Associate Degree from an accredited school of professional nursing required.

Experience

• Two years of experience in the Cath Lab, Emergency Department, or ICU preferred.

• Training will be provided by the Cardiac Cath Lab team.

Licensure and Certifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in the State of Illinois required.

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

• American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Skills for Success

• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Attention to detail and accurate electronic medical record documentation.

• Ability to prioritize patient needs in a fast-paced clinical setting.

• Commitment to patient safety, professional accountability, and quality care.

• 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!