RN-Cardiac Cath Lab/EP Lab Prep and Recovery

Description:
Work Schedule:
80% FTE, day/evening shift. Operational hours of the Prep/Recovery Cath Lab/EP Lab are 5:30am to 7:00pm. On-call responsibilities may be required for some weekends and/or holidays with a 60-minute response time. We offer a competitive starting pay; relevant work experience will be considered. Hours may vary depending on department need. You will work onsite at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable
Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to:

• Provide specialized pre- and post-procedure care for adult patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology, structural heart, and interventional nephrology procedures in UW Health's nationally recognized Heart & Vascular program.
• Care for a diverse patient population in a 12-bed prep/recovery unit, utilizing strong intermediate care (IMC) assessment skills while preparing patients for procedures, recovering post-procedure patients, and caring for select higher-acuity patients, including STEMI and TAVR patients requiring extended recovery.
• Collaborate with an expert multidisciplinary team including interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiovascular technologists, and Cath Lab nurses to deliver safe, efficient, patient- and family-centered care.
• Join a rapidly growing cardiovascular program with an exciting expansion to 24 prep/recovery bays and procedure rooms planned for 2027, creating new opportunities to grow alongside one of the nation's leading heart programs.
• Build your expertise in a fast-paced procedural environment that values teamwork, clinical excellence, and continuous learning, making this an ideal opportunity for nurses with strong intermediate care experience looking to specialize in cardiovascular care.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety.
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Preferred

Work Experience

• 6 months of relevant clinical nursing experience Required
• Specific to EP Lab- Previous moderate sedation experience Required
• Additional years of relevant clinical nursing experience Preferred
• Prior involvement in clinical procedures in area of specialty, including successful work or involvement in other hospital-wide project work Preferred
• Experience in an academic medical setting Preferred
• Specific to Gastro/Endo & Generations - Previous moderate sedation experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state(s) where patients are receiving care or may work as eligible per state licensing regulations Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support/CPR Upon Hire Required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months Required
• Certification in area of specialty Preferred

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet-designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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