Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Catheterization Clinical Nurse Coordinator

MedStar Health

Washington, District of Columbia

Posted Oct 26

License: RN licenseActive DC RN License
Term: Permanent

Do you qualify?

License: Active DC RN License
Certification: Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited School of Nursing required
Experience: Minimum of one year of Critical Care Experience
Experience: One to two years of recent experience in Cardiac Catheterization, EP or Interventional Radiology
Experience: One to two years of progressive leadership or charge experience

What it pays

Against similar roles: Washington staff RN median is $42/hrWashington staff RN postings that state pay run $39/hr to $52/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $44/hr, across 71 postings. This posting's $43/hr to $78/hr is wider than that, so where you land depends on the offer.

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Dental insurance
Health insurance
Referral program
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Opportunities for advancement

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Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Relocation assistance

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Kimberly Schwenk, MSN, RN · Vice President, Chief Nursing Officer

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About this Job

Are you an experienced Cath Lab, IR or EP nurse ready to bring your expertise to one of the region's leading cardiovascular programs?

MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Clinical Nurse to join our Cardiovascular Services team as a Clinical Nurse Coordinator . This advanced nursing role offers the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized cardiovascular specialists while caring for patients undergoing complex invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures.

Why Join MedStar Georgetown?

At MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, you'll practice in an academic medical center known for innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care. Our Cardiovascular Services team performs a wide range of advanced diagnostic and interventional procedures utilizing state-of-the-art technology and evidence-based practices.

As a member of our team, you will

Care for patients undergoing complex cardiovascular procedures

Work closely with interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, anesthesiologists, and cardiovascular specialists

Participate in cutting-edge cardiovascular therapies and research initiatives

Develop advanced procedural and hemodynamic monitoring expertise

Practice in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and nursing excellence

Position Highlights

In this role, you will provide comprehensive nursing care before, during, and after cardiovascular procedures while serving as a clinical expert within the department.

Procedures supported include

Right and left heart catheterization

Coronary angiography and interventions

Peripheral vascular interventions

Atherectomy and stent placement

Pacemaker implantation

Intra-aortic balloon pump management

Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE)

Dobutamine stress echocardiography

Advanced diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures

Successful candidates are confident clinicians who combine strong critical care skills with exceptional clinical judgment and the ability to remain calm during high-acuity situations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited School of Nursing required

One to two years of recent experience in Cardiac Catheterization, EP or Interventional Radiology

Minimum of one year of Critical Care Experience

One to two years of progressive leadership or charge experience

Active DC RN License

Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)

Benefits

Nationally recognized nurse well-being resources

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition assistance and professional development support

Relocation assistance available

Systemwide referral bonus program

Career growth opportunities within one of the nation's leading academic health systems

This is an exceptional opportunity for experienced Cath Lab, EP or IR nurses who are passionate about delivering high-acuity care and want to play a critical role in advanced cardiovascular procedures.

Join MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and help shape the future of cardiovascular care while advancing your own professional growth.

This position has a hiring range of : USD $42.82 - USD $78.27 /Hr.

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In Washington, DC

Washington, DCFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 9% above the US average

Median rent: $1,954/mo
Household income: $109,870/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Washington, DC

NeighborhoodsNurses and young professionals commonly look at Columbia Heights, Petworth, and Fort Totten inside the District, plus Hyattsville just into Maryland, for cheaper rent with Metro access. Arlington’s Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Rosslyn are repeatedly called nice and still workable; Alexandria plus DC’s Glover Park and North Michigan Park come up as other close-in affordable bets. Extra Space’s 2026 roundup puts Brookland as the cheaper residential option, Adams Morgan and Mount Pleasant mixing nightlife and housing, Foggy Bottom near the GW campus, and Logan Circle more polished. Georgetown, Capitol Hill, and Dupont Circle read as premium; Shaw and U Street mix historic row houses with newer development.

Nurses and young professionals commonly look at Columbia Heights, Petworth, and Fort Totten inside the District, plus Hyattsville just into Maryland, for cheaper rent with Metro access. Arlington’s Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Rosslyn are repeatedly called nice and still workable; Alexandria plus DC’s Glover Park and North Michigan Park come up as other close-in affordable bets.

Extra Space’s 2026 roundup puts Brookland as the cheaper residential option, Adams Morgan and Mount Pleasant mixing nightlife and housing, Foggy Bottom near the GW campus, and Logan Circle more polished. Georgetown, Capitol Hill, and Dupont Circle read as premium; Shaw and U Street mix historic row houses with newer development.

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As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: facebook.com Source 3: extraspace.com Source 4: thehotelwashington.com Source 5: speichergroup.com

Getting aroundArlington is about 5 miles from the core, with 7 a.m. drives of 10-24 minutes; Alexandria runs 12-24 minutes and Silver Spring 14-28 minutes. Metro’s six color-coded lines plus WMATA buses—some running late—let many skip a car; about one in three residents use transit. Farther suburbs such as Ashburn mean 40-55 minute drives, and traffic is routinely called brutal. Living next to a station can erase parking, insurance, and gas costs; Foggy Bottom and Georgetown put campus-area workers in walking or short-ride range of the core.

Arlington is about 5 miles from the core, with 7 a.m. drives of 10-24 minutes; Alexandria runs 12-24 minutes and Silver Spring 14-28 minutes. Metro’s six color-coded lines plus WMATA buses—some running late—let many skip a car; about one in three residents use transit.

Farther suburbs such as Ashburn mean 40-55 minute drives, and traffic is routinely called brutal. Living next to a station can erase parking, insurance, and gas costs; Foggy Bottom and Georgetown put campus-area workers in walking or short-ride range of the core.

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As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: springparcapts.com Source 2: speichergroup.com Source 3: extraspace.com Source 4: smartasset.com

OutdoorsRock Creek Park is the city’s everyday green space, often paired with a Georgetown loop. Kayaking launches from Key Bridge on the Potomac; paddling also happens on the Anacostia, and riverfront promenades fill in after work. The National Mall’s 1,000 acres function as a giant public lawn among the monuments. Spring cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and fall color are the two peak outdoor seasons; Metro and bikes make hopping between parks easy.

Rock Creek Park is the city’s everyday green space, often paired with a Georgetown loop. Kayaking launches from Key Bridge on the Potomac; paddling also happens on the Anacostia, and riverfront promenades fill in after work.

The National Mall’s 1,000 acres function as a giant public lawn among the monuments. Spring cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and fall color are the two peak outdoor seasons; Metro and bikes make hopping between parks easy.

Sources

As of Sep 11, 2026Source 1: springparcapts.com Source 2: washington.org Source 3: facebook.com Source 4: thehotelwashington.com Source 5: travellemming.com Source 6: reddit.com

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Washington, DC is a walkable capital where 19 free Smithsonian museums, a six-line Metro, and embassy neighborhoods sit beside housing costs far above the national average. Nurses often pick Foggy Bottom or Georgetown for close-in living near major campuses, or Columbia Heights, Petworth, Brookland, and Arlington’s Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Rosslyn for lower rent and a 10-24 minute hop downtown. Adams Morgan’s 18th Street and U Street bring Ethiopian food, go-go, and late nights; Rock Creek Park and Potomac kayaking from Key Bridge are the daily outdoors. About one in three residents ride transit; driving from Ashburn can take 40-55 minutes in brutal traffic. Crime is well above average but concentrated, and seasons swing from cherry-blossom spring to a colorful fall with harsh stretches between. The payoff is a transplant magnet, healthcare employers such as Kaiser Permanente, and dropping into the Mall or Kennedy Center on a weeknight.

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As of 2026Source 1: reddit.com Source 2: springparcapts.com Source 3: extraspace.com Source 4: washington.org Source 5: thehotelwashington.com Source 6: thehonestlocal.com Source 7: speichergroup.com Source 8: extraspace.com Source 9: smartasset.com Source 10: reddit.com

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