Nacogdoches Medical Center is recruiting a full-time Registered Nurse for its Cardiac Catheterization Lab in Nacogdoches, TX — a community hospital with nearly 50 years of service to East Texas that offers a broad cardiovascular service line including cath lab procedures and electrophysiology capabilities. This is a days-plus-call-rotation position with direct patient care responsibilities across the full spectrum of cath lab nursing, from continuous hemodynamic monitoring to emergency response. A sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates, making this an especially strong opportunity for experienced cardiac or acute care RNs ready to grow in a specialized procedural environment.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Full-time, day-shift schedule with a call rotation component
- Direct and indirect nursing care in a dedicated Cardiac Catheterization Lab
- Responsibilities include continuous patient monitoring, vital sign assessment, and evaluation of lab values throughout procedures
- Age-specific nursing care with leadership role during emergency situations in the cath lab setting
- Cardiovascular service line includes both cath lab procedures and electrophysiology capabilities
- Broader hospital service lines include obstetrics and gynecology, cancer care, neuroscience (Brainlab technology and stroke treatment), and weight loss surgery — supporting a multidisciplinary referral environment
- Nearly 50-year history serving the East Texas regional community, with a strong team-oriented culture
Qualifications
- Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing (minimum education requirement)
- Minimum of 2 years of RN experience in an acute care setting
- Active RN license in the State of Texas (or eligibility to obtain)
- BLS and ACLS certification required; must be completed within 3 months of hire if not held at time of employment
- Proficiency with computer and documentation systems
About the Community
Nacogdoches is one of the oldest towns in Texas, situated in the Piney Woods of East Texas — a region known for its towering loblolly pines, lakes, and a relaxed, affordable pace of life. The city is home to Stephen F. Austin State University, which contributes a vibrant cultural and arts scene alongside strong public schools and a close-knit community feel. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy proximity to Lake Nacogdoches, Angelina National Forest, and numerous state parks, while the Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston metro areas are both reachable within a few hours for weekend travel or major-airport access.