Cardiac Cath Lab RN
The University of Kansas Health SystemKansas City, Kansas, United States
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We offer more options for patients with serious conditions because of our expertise and leadership in medical research and education. Our physicians are researchers and educators expanding the boundaries of medical knowledge. Their major breakthroughs lead to the life-changing treatments and technologies of the future. Our hospital has a national reputation for doing things right, and we are rated among the country’s top hospitals in quality and the patient experience. With each step we take to become the nation's best, we establish ourselves as a healthcare destination. People from throughout the region and across the country turn to us to receive exceptional, specialized care for complex conditions. All of this is possible because of the dedication and commitment of the people who work here and our steadfast focus on caring for the patient. We invite you to join us as we continue to advance the power of academic medicine.
Job Description
The Cardiac Cath Lab RN provides evidence-based care; assesses the patient prior to and during the procedure; monitors electrical and hemodynamic parameters; provides moderate sedation under the direction of the physician; assists in advanced diagnostic and invasive procedures; may perform additional tasks such as circulating or monitoring as trained and assisting the Cardiologist as requested.
Requirements
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
- Prepares the Cath Lab procedure room by ensuring that adequate stock is available
- Develops and contributes to a plan of care for the patient during the procedure.
- Prepares the patient and equipment for Cath Lab procedures, including site preparation, monitoring equipment and intravenous/arterial line management
- Administers intravenous and oral medications
- Attends to the patient needs during the procedure
- Monitors hemodynamic, electrical, and angiographic data
- Assists in the testing of arterial and venous blood samples following various monitoring parameters
- Circulates during the procedure as applicable
- Participates in life-saving measures such as defibrillation and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Participates in orienting new staff