Cath Lab RN
Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Position Overview
The facility's cardiac catheterization lab is seeking an experienced RN for a 13-week contract. You'll work in a high-volume cath lab managing diverse cardiac and interventional cases in a fast-paced environment.
Schedule & Hours
- 4 x 10-hour shifts, days (start times between 6:30–7:30 AM, or until cases are complete)
- Every other weekend call rotation for urgent/emergent inpatient cases
- 40 guaranteed hours per week
- No floating required
- Not open weekends for elective cases
Clinical Scope
Cases include coronary interventions, peripheral and vascular procedures, electrophysiology, and neuro interventions—typically 10–22 cases daily across five suites. You'll manage conscious and moderate sedation, assist with airway management, and administer cardiac drips (Integrilin, dopamine, vasopressins) and balloon pump support. Scrubbing is not required.
Team Structure
You'll work alongside 2 techs per case (one scrubs, one monitors hemodynamics), with occasional 4th-person support depending on case type. A lead tech coordinates room assignments.
Requirements
- Current California RN license
- Cath lab experience required (IR/neuro background not required)
- BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA)
- Comfort with procedural sedation, airway management, and cardiac medications
Additional
- Scrubs provided by the facility
- Radiation badge provided
- Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment (or pay full hours in lieu)