Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse (RN) – UAMS Health Benton/Bryant

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Closing Date:

09/16/2026

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularShift Vary (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

INA | Institutional Admin

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Summary of Job Duties:

This position is located at the UAMS Health Benton/Bryant location and may be used to fill multiple positions.

The Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse (RN) provides specialized nursing care to patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures within a heart hospital setting. This position assesses and prepares patients for procedures, monitors cardiac and hemodynamic status, administers medications and sedation as appropriate, and provides nursing interventions throughout the procedural and recovery phases. The RN works collaboratively with cardiologists and the interdisciplinary cardiovascular team to provide safe, efficient, and high-quality care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate Degree, ADN Degree, or Diploma RN.  Major: Registered Nurse

• RN with a minimum of 1 year of RN experience

• Valid Arkansas Registered Nursing License

Special knowledge, abilities and skills:

• Ability to perform point of care testing, draw and collect blood specimens and prepare for laboratory processing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Pediatric experience a plus.

• BLS (CPR) Certification.

• A minimum of 1 year phlebotomy and RN experience

• Two years of experience in an ambulatory care setting

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Provides specialized nursing care before, during, and after cardiac catheterization and other cardiovascular procedures, including patient assessment, preparation, monitoring, and recovery.

• Monitors cardiac rhythm, hemodynamic status, vital signs, oxygenation, and overall patient condition and promptly recognizes and responds to changes, complications, or cardiovascular emergencies.

• Administers medications, IV therapies, and moderate sedation as appropriate and monitors patient response in accordance with provider orders, established protocols, and nursing standards.

• Assists cardiologists and other members of the cardiovascular team during diagnostic and interventional procedures, supporting patient safety and efficient procedural workflow.

• Responds to emergency situations and changes in patient condition, initiating appropriate nursing interventions and participating in resuscitative measures as necessary.

• Provides education to patients and families regarding cardiovascular procedures, medications, recovery expectations, activity restrictions, risk-factor modification, and follow-up care.

• Documents assessments, medications, interventions, procedural care, and patient outcomes and collaborates with the interdisciplinary care team to support continuity, quality, and safety of patient care.

Physical Requirements:

• Constant Physical Activity: Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

• Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Grasping, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

• Occasional Physical Activity: Balancing, Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Driving, Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

• Lifting to 100lbs.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact [email protected] for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes