About this RN Cath Lab role at Vail Health Hospital
Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here.
Are you a Cath Lab RN ready to work at the top of your license, alongside a highly collaborative cardiovascular team—while living where others vacation?
At Vail Health, we combine cutting‑edge cardiovascular care with an unmatched lifestyle. If you thrive in fast‑paced, high‑acuity environments and want your skills valued, supported, and rewarded, this is your opportunity.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- $10,000 Sign‑On Bonus
- Relocation & Housing Assistance
- Highly skilled, supportive Cath Lab team
- Autonomy + trust to work independently while knowing backup is always there
- Variety & challenge—no two days look the same
- Mountain lifestyle with world‑class recreation right outside your door
As a Cath Lab RN, you’ll play a critical role in delivering exceptional cardiovascular care across diagnostic and interventional procedures. You’ll assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care while functioning confidently in a dynamic, high‑risk environment.
You’ll work independently with limited supervision, collaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams, and help advance best practices through education, quality initiatives, and mentorship.
- Works within a team environment with individuals having similar abilities and responsibilities.
- Handles emergency situations during high-risk procedures with calm professional demeanor.
- Demonstrates good communication skills and ability to teach patients while providing a calming effect with patients and families.
- Functions in the role of scrub, circulator or monitor technician on a rotating basis. Completes all functions of each role with regard to patient safety and adherence to infection control practices.
- Participates in “on-call” responsibilities and responds when required within 30 minutes.
- Demonstrates knowledge and competence in basic invasive cardiovascular technology.
- Prepares and operates sophisticated radiographic equipment including x-ray table, camera, video recorders, ultrasound machine and pressure injectors safely.
- Assists with quality assurance or performance projects as directed.
- Assists with determining educational needs of the staff. Communicates with the Manager and assists in the development and training of fellow staff members.
- Models the principles of a Just Culture and Organizational Values.
- Perform other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
Experience
- 2+ years of Cath Lab RN experience (required)
Licensure
- Active RN license in Colorado or a valid compact state
Certifications
- BLS (required)
- ACLS (required)
Education
- Associate Degree in Nursing (minimum)
Additional Requirements
- Working knowledge of invasive cardiovascular technology
Benefits at Vail Health Include:
- Competitive Wages & Family Benefits:
- Competitive wages
- Parental leave (4 weeks paid)
- Housing programs
- Childcare reimbursement
- Comprehensive Health Benefits:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Educational Programs:
- Tuition Assistance
- Existing Student Loan Repayment
- Specialty Certification Reimbursement
- Annual Supplemental Educational Funds
- Paid Time Off:
- Up to five weeks in your first year of employment and continues to grow each year.
- Retirement & Supplemental Insurance:
- 403(b) Retirement plan with immediate matching
- Life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Recreation Benefits, Wellness & More:
- Up to $1,000 annual wellbeing reimbursement
- Recreation discounts
- Pet insurance
Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
