Cath Lab RN - Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist
Company: Novant Health
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: February 28, 2026
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Job Description:
What We Offer: Provides care to patients undergoing cardiac and
vascular procedures. Collaborates with physicians and other team
members to assess, implement and evaluate patient care in
accordance with current policies and procedures. What We're Looking
For: Education Graduate of an accredited program in one of the
following disciplines: Registered Nurse (RN) - ( Preferred)
Registered Radiologic Technologist (RTR) Registered Respiratory
Therapist (RRT) Registered Cardiac Invasive Specialist (RCIS)
Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) Emergency
Medical Technician – Paramedic (EMT-P) Cardiovascular Technologist
(CVT) Vascular Intervention (VI) Experience RN: Minimum one (1)
year of Critical Care, Emergency Services, Cath Lab/EP Lab, or
Special Procedures experience required. EMT-P: Minimum two (2)
years of acute care hospital experience required. RTR, RRT, RCIS,
RCES, CVT, or VI: One (1) year of related experience preferred.
Licensure & Certification Must hold current, applicable licensure
and/or registry based on discipline: RN: Active North Carolina
Board of Nursing license RTR: ARRT Radiology credential RRT:
Licensed by the North Carolina Respiratory Care Board (NCRCB) and
credentialed by the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC)
EMT-P: Current credentialing/accreditation and/or Paramedic
associate degree from an accredited program RCIS, RCES, CVT, VI:
Graduate of an accredited Cardiovascular Program Certification
Requirement: Non-RN Cardiovascular Invasive Specialists (unless
already RTR with CI or VI certification) must obtain RCIS or RCES
certification within 24 months of hire as a condition of continued
employment. Additional Requirements Successful completion of
generic and department-specific competency validation Annual
Cardiac Dysrhythmia testing required What You'll Do: Clinical
Patient Care Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients
undergoing cardiac and vascular procedures (pre-, intra-, and
post-procedure) in accordance with clinical standards. Perform
baseline assessments and continuously monitor EKG rhythms,
hemodynamic waveforms, and patient response to procedures and
medications. Recognize and report changes in patient condition;
respond effectively in emergency situations. Administer medications
under the direction of a qualified physician (RN or RCIS-certified
team members only). Prepare and maintain sterile fields; scrub and
assist physicians during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
Ensure patient safety, comfort, and advocacy throughout all phases
of care. Provide patient and family education related to procedures
and recovery. Accurately document patient care and clinical
outcomes. Perform other duties as assigned. Collaboration &
Communication Communicate effectively with physicians,
interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families. Demonstrate strong
customer service and conflict resolution skills. Partner with
leadership to identify workflow improvements and educational needs.
Serve as a clinical resource to team members across the Cath Lab
and Radiology areas. Radiation & Procedural Safety Adhere to
radiation safety protocols to protect patients, staff, and self.
Ability to wear lead protective equipment for extended periods.
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