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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Advocate Health · Green Bay, WI

Posted Sep 3, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you caught a complication early during or right after a cardiac catheterization procedure.

clinical vigilance and pattern recognition specific to cath lab complications like bleeding, arrhythmia, or vessel dissection

Tell me about a time you had to give bad news or explain a risky procedure to a frightened patient or family member right before they went into the cath lab.

communication skill and compassion under time pressure with anxious patients

What's your background with ICU or ED critical care, and how do you think that experience translates to the cath lab environment?

whether the 2 years of critical care experience preference is genuinely covered and relevant

Describe a time you disagreed with a physician or team member about a clinical decision during a procedure. What did you do?

ability to advocate for patients while maintaining working relationships in a high-stakes team setting

Tell me about a time the cath lab team had a bad outcome or near-miss. How did the team respond afterward?

comfort with debriefing, quality improvement culture, and personal accountability

What does it mean to you to maintain a strong patient experience score when patients are often anxious, sedated, or in pain during your care?

alignment with the unit's stated emphasis on top-tier patient experience despite a high-stress clinical environment

Technical

What's your experience with hemostasis techniques after sheath removal, like manual pressure, closure devices, or compression devices?

hands-on procedural competency specific to cath lab post-procedure care

How do you monitor and interpret hemodynamic waveforms and ECG changes during a procedure, and what would make you speak up to the physician?

depth of cardiac monitoring knowledge and willingness to advocate for patient safety in real time

How do you keep track of medications, contrast dye amounts, and radiation exposure during a long or complex interventional case?

attention to detail and safety awareness around procedural risks like contrast-induced nephropathy or radiation exposure

Situational

Walk me through how you'd manage a patient who becomes hemodynamically unstable in the middle of an interventional procedure in the cath lab.

whether the candidate can prioritize and act under pressure in a high-acuity procedural setting

You're on call and get paged for an emergent STEMI activation at 2am with a 30 minute response window. Walk me through what you do from the moment your phone rings.

understanding of call expectations and ability to mobilize quickly for time-critical cardiac events

How would you handle a hybrid OR case where the plan shifts suddenly from a diagnostic cath to an emergent surgical intervention?

adaptability and understanding of the hybrid OR workflow described in this specific lab

Tell me about a time you had to physically move or reposition a patient quickly, maybe during a sliding transfer or emergency, while also managing lines and equipment.

realistic understanding of the physical demands and multitasking required in the role

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The full job description

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Department: 36918 BayCare Leased Employees - Cardiac Cath Lab Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: • Full time (40 hrs per week) • 8 hr shifts • This position does require call on weekends, holidays and after hours. This typically comes out to one day a week and one weekend a month. • 30 minute call response time required Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30 Registered Nurse (RN) – Cath Lab 2845 Greenbrier Road, Green Bay, WI 54311 Where You Will Work: Aurora BayCare Medical Center is home to one of the region’s most advanced and innovative cardiac catheterization programs. Our Cath Lab holds the ACC Cardiac Cath Lab Accreditation with PCI, recognizing excellence in both diagnostic and interventional procedures and demonstrating a strong commitment to high‑quality cardiovascular outcomes. As a Cath Lab RN, you will play a key clinical role in delivering high‑quality cardiac care throughout diagnostic and interventional procedures. You will support cardiologists and the interventional team by managing patient care during procedures while ensuring the safe and efficient operation of specialized cardiac monitoring and procedural equipment. All cardiac catheterization procedures are performed in our state‑of‑the‑art hybrid OR Cath Labs, designed to enhance patient safety, streamline workflow, and eliminate the need for transport during critical situations by combining surgical and interventional technologies in one space. Our team consistently maintains Tier 1 Team Member Engagement and Top‑Tier Patient Experience scores, fostering a culture grounded in collaboration, respect, and exceptional patient care. We’re Looking For: • Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing • Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association • ACLS certification • 2 years of Critical Care experience (ICU or ED) preferred What You’ll Do: • As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures. • Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum. About This Location: Aurora BayCare Medical Center in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a full-service tertiary care hospital; part of a joint venture of Aurora Health Care and BayCare Clinic. A nationally recognized health care provider, we are committed to providing high-quality health care using the latest in medical technology to help all people live fully. The hospital is nationally ranked for adult specialties, and our maternity care has earned national recognition. Be the Nurse Who Redefines Care. At Advocate Health, being a nurse means more than delivering exceptional clinical care—it means leading with purpose, compassion, and boldness. As part of our One Advocate Nurse community, you’ll join a unified team committed to lifting others up, embracing innovation, and creating inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. You’ll be empowered to think boldly, collaborate with humility, and drive change through fearless curiosity. Whether you're at the bedside, in the community, or advancing care through research and education, you’ll help shape the future of health—because here, we’re redefining care for you, for us, for all. Your feedback matters. Every nurse’s voice is vital in shaping our culture and improving care. We value your insights and experiences because they help us grow stronger together. Ready to Take the Next Step: Apply Now! Physical Requirements and Working Conditions • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.  • Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.  • Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.  • Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures/functions.  • Maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.  • Perform physical safety interventions such as patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.  • May be exposed to chemical and hazardous waste as well as blood and body fluids and communicable disease. Therefore, protective clothing and equipment must be worn as necessary.  • Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit conditions.  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.  • Additional department specific physical requirements may be identified for unique responsibilities within the department by the nurse leader.  This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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