Registered Nurse Specialist, Invasive Cardiology (RCIS Certified)

We are recruiting for a motivated Registered Nurse Specialist, Invasive Cardiology (RCIS Certified) to join our team!

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Department

Invasive Cardiology

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Invasive Cardiology (RCIS Certified) Registered Nurse Specialist specializes interventional cardiology critical care and is responsible for all aspects of safe patient care delivery for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs. In addition to assisting physicians with invasive cardiology procedures, this position oversees the technical operations required for the performance of routine diagnostics and interventional cardiovascular procedures.

This position provides direct patient nursing care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of Denver Health. Requires proper sterile technique and will assist the physician with diagnostic and interventional invasive cardiology procedures. Requires the operation and troubleshooting skills of specialty equipment and x-ray systems within scope of practice and applicable registration and/or licensure. The RN Specialist, Invasive Cardiology (RCIS Certified) performs all procedures with proficiency and demonstrates technical expertise, making a significant contribution to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with cardiac dysfunction. Requires expert clinical and technical knowledge to collect and assess data, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, to provide therapeutic care for patient and family systematically and continuously. This position will participate in the overnight and weekend Invasive Cardiology call pool as part of an emergency response team.

Adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Administration Scope and Standards of Practice (2025) to provide leadership with the nursing process. Utilize and support the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas as a part of his or her daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson caring Science Institute."

Essential Functions:

• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate verbally, in EMR, and hemodynamic program across all roles: scrub, monitor, and circulate. (20%)
• Anticipate the needs of the patient and physician based on the procedures performed across all roles: scrub, monitor, and circulate. Utilizes critical thinking skills, decisive judgement, and ability to work with minimal supervision within scope of practice in a fast-paced procedural environment. (20%)
• Administers conscious sedation and/or medications to support cardiovascular and electrophysiology cases within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies. (20%)
• Operates complex specialty equipment within scope of practice and demonstrated competencies for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology. (20%)
• This position requires the individual to be flexible in their work schedule including but not limited to extended shifts and on-call per operational needs. Ability to arrive in thirty (30) minutes or less for after-hours call situations, required. (20%)

Education:

• Associate's Degree Nursing program required.
• Bachelor's Degree BSN preferred.

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years Invasive Cardiology Cardiac Catheterization (Cath)/Electrophysiology (EP) Lab experience with interventional cardiology focus required.

Licenses:

• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required.
• RCIS-Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist - CCI - Care Coordination Institute required.
• Fluoroscopy Operator registration through CHPHE required.
• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association required.
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in performing all aspects of monitoring, scrubbing, circulating and conscious sedation within scope of practice for Cath/EP lab procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency related to cardiovascular theory and technical skill.
• Ability to effectively teach and precept staff in cardiovascular theory and technical skills.
• Competency with imaging and specialized cardiovascular and electrophysiology equipment within scope of practice, certification, and licensure and/or registration.
• Serves as a role model to all personnel by demonstrating a high level of expertise with invasive cardiology systems, including trouble-shooting skills, effective interactions with patients & staff, leadership ability and professional behavior.
• High level of professionalism and accountability.
• Excellent critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• EPIC Skills or other EMR skill required.
• Proficiency with MS Office preferred.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$42.72 - $66.22 / hr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program 

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.