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Cath Lab (Cath) Registered Nurse RN

Athens, GA · On-site

$57.33/hr

Shift: 10 hours, Rotating We're looking for Cardiac Cath Lab RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Athens, GA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac rn in Athens, GA is $37.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.99 and $38.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cardiac RN?

A Cardiac RN is a registered nurse who specializes in caring for patients with heart conditions. They monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist with procedures, and educate patients on heart health. Cardiac RNs work in hospitals, clinics, and cardiac care units, collaborating with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals. Their goal is to manage and improve cardiovascular health, prevent complications, and support recovery.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Cardiac RN?

As a Cardiac RN, your daily responsibilities likely include monitoring patients with heart conditions, administering medications and IV therapies, performing cardiac assessments, and interpreting telemetry or EKG data. You’ll collaborate closely with cardiologists, other nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. Cardiac RNs also play a key role in patient education, helping individuals and their families understand treatment regimens and lifestyle modifications. The work environment is often fast-paced and can include critical care or step-down units, requiring you to prioritize and respond quickly to changes in patient status.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cardiac RN position, and why are they important?

A Cardiac RN needs strong clinical assessment skills, specialized knowledge of cardiac conditions, and a valid RN license—often with ACLS certification. Familiarity with advanced cardiac monitoring equipment, ECG interpretation, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is crucial. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help set top performers apart. These skills ensure safe, effective care for cardiac patients in high-stakes environments where rapid intervention can be life-saving.

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Infographic showing various Cardiac Rn job openings in Athens, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 3% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 24% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,114 per year, or $37.6 per hour.

Registered Nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab

Trinity Health

Athens, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assess patients, develop, evaluate, and modify care plans specific to cardiac catheterization procedures.

  • Perform complex patient-care procedures related to cardiac care within the Cardiac Cath Lab.

  • Collaborate with the care team to achieve patient outcomes as outlined in the care pathway/plan.

Trinity Health rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 354 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day Shift
Description:
Must have at least 1 year of Cardiac Cath Lab RN experience in order to be eligible for Sign On Bonus.
4 - 10 hour shifts + rotating call - 7a-5:30p Week Days
Position Purpose:
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab RN works in a collaborative environment at St Mary's Health Care System to deliver excellent patient care as part of an interdisciplinary team providing evidence-based medicine and individualized patient care. A Registered Nurse RN is expected to facilitate all aspects of the patient visit experience. Great opportunity for a Registered Nurse RN professional to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
What you will do:
  • Cardiac Cath Lab is a procedural unit consisting of two labs. We stop a heart attack!
  • Under limited supervision, the Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing patients, including developing, evaluating, and modifying the care plan. The RN interprets and performs complex patient-care procedures specific to their expertise.
  • RNs are members of the Care Team and Support Team and have accountability to function as a team to accomplish patient outcomes identified in the pathway/plan of care.
  • The Registered Nurse is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility and accountability for the care given to a group of patients for a designated time frame.
  • The RN provides care to those patients via therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/technology, and other healthcare team members, according to established standards.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia.
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing or found by the Board to be substantially equivalent to the programs in Georgia.
  • Successful completion of a refresher course within the past 6 months if nursing practice has not occurred within the past 5 years.
  • Prior experience in Cardiac Care preferred or prior PACU, Critical Care. Must be BLS and ACLS certified thru the American Heart Association.

Position Highlights and Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefit packages available on Day One of employment including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B, and education assistance
  • We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities
  • We live and breathe our guiding behaviors: we support each other in serving, we communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners communicate openly, honestly, respectfully, and directly, we are fully present, we are all accountable, we trust and assume goodness in intentions, and we are continuous learners
  • Is based in beautiful Athens, Georgia, a regional hub and city of 128,000 that is home to the University of Georgia and is nationally known for its arts, sports, recreational, cultural and educational amenities.

Ministry/Facility Information
  • Is a private, non-profit, Catholic acute care network serving a multi-county area of Northeast Georgia. St. Mary's is a member of Trinity Health.
  • Strives to live our Mission to be a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities, committed to the sacredness of human life and the dignity of each person we serve. We are guided by our Core Values: Reverence, Commitment to Those Experiencing Poverty, Safety, Justice, Stewardship and Integrity.
  • St. Mary's is proud to be a Regional Health Ministry in Trinity Health. Trinity Health is one of the nation's largest Catholic health care systems, serving people multiple states from coast to coast with 88 hospitals.
  • Being a part of a large national system gives us access to resources and ideas across the broad spectrum of care, making it easier for us to advance clinical quality in significant ways at the local level and providing economies of scale that reduce our costs. It also allows us to contribute our knowledge and best practices to make care better in the 25 states where Trinity Health operates.
  • A member of Trinity Health, the third largest non-for-profit health system in the U.S.
  • St Mary's Health Care System is a regional not-for-profit Catholic teaching healthcare system inclusive of three hospitals, St Mary's Medical Group, Graduate Medical Education, Home Health, Hospice Services, Senior Living, extensive outpatient services, auxiliary/volunteer services and clinical affiliations with the University of Georgia/Augusta University.

Minimum Qualifications:
• A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing education program approved by the Board of Nursing or found by the Board to be substantially equivalent to the programs in Georgia.
• Successful completion of a refresher course within the past 6 months if nursing practice has not occurred within the past 5 years.
• Prior experience in Cardiac Care preferred or prior PACU, Critical Care. Must be BLS and ACLS certified thru the American Heart Association.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

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