Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Per Diem, Livingston, NJ, Days, No On Call Required

Job Title: Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse (RN), Per Diem

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Cardiac Catheter Lab

Req #: 0000269270

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $49.28 — $67.04 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

As a Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse (CCL RN), you will assist physicians and allied healthcare staff in performing a variety of diagnostic and interventional cardiac/endovascular, EP, Vascular and structural procedures. You will utilize knowledge of pathophysiology to ensure patients are prepared/educated/supported during procedures, whether monitoring, circulating, or assisting with scrub procedures. As a Cardiac Cath. Lab Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for TEE, CV, tilt table tests, ILR procedures, as well as pre- and post-care of patients, including admissions, discharges and transfers.

Essential Functions:

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As a Registered Nurse (RN), a typical day may include: 

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognizing subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
• Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands-on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
• Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
• Providing clear, compassionate education for patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long-term career progression

This role might be for you if: 

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift.
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes.
• A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work.
• Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach.
• Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
• Collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen.

To be considered for this RN opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing and a current American Heart Association BLS certification along with ACLS certification upon hire. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is strongly preferred with a minimum of 2 years critical care experience, Cath lab experience preferred, and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC. Must be IV certified from an approved facility. This position is Per Diem, Day shift, and no on-call required.    

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered facilities, high-quality academic medicine compassionately and equitably, while delivering best-in-class work experience for every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we develop and implement innovative strategies for high-quality patient care, education, and research that address both the clinical and social determinants of health.