Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Job Overview & Perks

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab to join our accredited chest pain and TAVR-certified cardiac team. Our unit features 4 Cath Lab rooms (including 2 hybrid labs) offering comprehensive percutaneous cardiac care, structural heart procedures, ECMO, and peripheral vascular interventions.

• Upfront Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage starting the first month following hire.
• Financial Incentives: Sign-On Bonus available, up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment, and $5,000 in Tuition Reimbursement.
• Retirement & Time Off: 401(k) with a 50% company match (up to 6%), plus generous PTO and Extended Illness Bank (EIB).
• Professional Growth: Work alongside highly skilled cardiologists in advanced procedures to expand your critical care skillset.

Shift & Call Schedule

• Shift: Full-Time, Day Shift (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
• Call Commitment: 1 day per week and every 6th weekend
• Weekends & Holidays: Worked only when scheduled on-call

Essential Functions

Cath Lab Clinical Duties

• Pre-Procedure: Review medical history, assess clinical status, initiate/maintain IV lines, administer prescribed pre-procedure medications, verify surgical consents, and educate patients and families.
• Intra-Procedure: Assist cardiologists during catheterization procedures, monitor vital signs, track hemodynamic data, manage sedation levels, operate specialized equipment, and respond immediately to emergencies.
• Post-Procedure: Continuously monitor patient recovery, administer post-procedure medications, track clinical condition, and document outcomes.

General RN Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care utilizing the nursing process (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, evaluation).
• Administer medications safely, monitor for adverse effects, and maintain precise documentation.
• Maintain infection control standards, follow National Patient Safety Goals, and ensure emergency readiness (CPR, code team interventions).
• Participate in clinical audits, chart reviews, quality improvement, and unit-level performance initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Prior Cardiac Cath Lab or Critical Care / ICU experience is required.
• Licensure: Current Indiana RN License or active Compact / Multi-State RN License (Required).
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BCLS) required upon hire.
• Preferred Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP).
• Skills: Strong clinical assessment, hemodynamic monitoring, emergency response, interdisciplinary collaboration, and organizational capabilities.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work full-time (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM) with an on-call requirement of 1 day per week and every 6th weekend?

Experience:

• Cardiac Cath Lab or Critical Care / ICU setting clinical: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Indiana RN license or Compact / Multi-State RN license (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,995 - $101,798