Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Job Description\n First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Phoenix, Arizona.Job Description & Requirements\n \n Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab\n Discipline: RN\n Start Date: 10/19/2026\n Duration: 13 weeks\n 36 hours per week\n Shift: 12 hours, days\n Employment Type: Travel\n \n Cath Lab RN / Cath Lab Tech – Interventional CardiologyPosition Overview\n We are seeking experienced Cath Lab Registered Nurses and Cath Lab Technologists to support a high-acuity cardiovascular procedural environment. The department performs a broad range of cardiac, vascular, and electrophysiology procedures and requires clinicians who are comfortable working in a busy procedural setting.\n Level I Trauma experience is required. Candidates with busy Level II Trauma experience may also be considered.Cath Lab Department Details\n \n Department: Cath Lab\n Procedure Rooms: 3 main rooms\n \n 1 Electrophysiology (EP) room\n 1 Hybrid room supporting both vascular and cardiac procedures\n \n Daily Volume: Approximately 10–25 cases per day\n EMR: Cerner and Xper\n Monitoring: Philips\n Equipment: Philips and Siemens\n Charge Nurse: Yes\n RT Coverage: 24/7\n Pharmacy: 24/7\n IV Team: No\n Ventilator Management: Not applicable\n Procedures & Patient Population\n The Cath Lab manages a variety of interventional cardiac, vascular, and electrophysiology cases, including:\n \n Interventional cardiology\n Electrophysiology (EP) procedures\n Peripheral vascular procedures\n EP cardiology and vascular cases\n MitraClip\n TAVR\n IABP\n EMTALA-related procedures/placements\n RN Requirements\n \n Current Arizona RN License\n BLS – Required\n ACLS – Required\n Strong Cath Lab/interventional experience\n Circulating experience required\n Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity procedural environment\n \n RN Role: RNs are responsible for circulating; scrub responsibilities are not required for RNs.Cath Lab Tech Requirements\n \n Current Arizona ARRT certification\n MRTBE certification\n BLS – Required\n ACLS – Required\n Must have Cath Lab experience\n Must be competent in scrubbing\n RCIS candidates will not be considered\n \n Techs are expected to have strong scrub and procedural skills and support cardiac and vascular cases.Additional Technical Coverage\n Radiology Technologists support:\n \n Circulating\n Scrubbing\n Endoscopy coverage\n CVOR coverage\n Schedule\n \n Shift: 12-hour shifts\n Regular Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:30 PM\n Schedule: Monday–Friday\n Weekend Requirement: 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule\n Holiday Requirement: Holidays are worked as part of the rotation\n Call Requirement\n Call is required.\n \n Approximately 6–10 call shifts per schedule\n 30-minute response time required\n Candidates must be able to report to the facility within the required response time when called in\n Orientation\n \n Department-specific orientation: Approximately 2 days on the job\n Candidates should be prepared to work independently following orientation.\n Pre-Assignment AssessmentsDysrhythmia Examination\n Travelers are required to successfully complete a dysrhythmia examination:\n \n Maximum of 2 attempts\n Passing score: 80%\n Failure after two attempts results in DNU status with CommonSpirit Arizona and Sacramento Region for 6 months\n Day 1 Simulation Lab\n A Pass/Fail Simulation Lab is required on Day 1.\n Study guides and instructional videos are provided to help travelers prepare.\n For travelers assigned to St. Joseph Main and/or St. Joseph Westgate campuses, required SIM skills include:\n \n Foley catheter insertion\n Central line dressing changes\n \n Important: Maintaining a sterile field is a critical component of the SIM assessment. Breaking sterile technique may result in failure and termination.Additional Education\n Travelers will also receive education related to:\n \n Patient lifts\n Restraints\n Wound care\n \n These components are educational and are intended to familiarize travelers with facility-specific equipment and policies.Trauma & Clinical Experience\n \n Level I Trauma experience required\n Candidates with strong experience in a busy Level II Trauma Center may be screened\n Candidates should demonstrate strong procedural, cardiovascular, and critical-care competencies\n Radius & Local Candidate Policy\n \n 50-mile radius rule applies\n No local rates\n Driver's license is the source of truth for determining the candidate's distance\n Driver's license must be provided before the contract can be issued\n Floating & Department Expectations\n This is a specialized Cath Lab position. Candidates should be comfortable working in a fast-paced procedural environment and managing a high daily case volume.Scrubs\n \n Scrubs provided by the facility\n Ideal Candidate\n The ideal candidate is an experienced Cath Lab professional with strong interventional cardiovascular knowledge, excellent procedural skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume environment. Candidates must be comfortable with the required call schedule, 30-minute response time, and facility-specific competency assessments.\n \n Akshay #1162356\n \n Akshay #1162356About First Connect Health\n \n At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.\n By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.\n But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:\n \n ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.\n ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.\n ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.\n ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.\n \n When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.\n Benefits\n \n Sick pay\n 401k retirement plan\n Weekly pay\n Referral bonus\n \n