Travel Cardiac Cath Lab RN - $3,646 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Peoria, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Cath Lab position at a Level 1 trauma acute care facility, requiring an active IL RN license and call coverage.

Details

• Cardiac Cath Lab unit within a Level 1 trauma acute care facility
• Cath lab operates 6 suites/labs, separate from IR and EP
• Patient population includes STEMI, NSTEMI, HF, congenital, TAVR, MitraClip, and peripheral cases
• Average caseload of 4-20 cases per day with 1:1 nurse-to-case ratio
• Cases staffed with 1 RN and 2 RTR techs for regular cases, 4-person teams for call cases
• 10-hour day shifts with call requirements
• 6-8 call shifts per month, including primary and backup call
• Weekend call coverage required approximately every 6-7 weeks, from Friday 5:30pm to Monday 6:00am
• Additional 24-hour backup weekend shifts approximately once per month serving as circulator for emergent cases
• Holiday call coverage required, including Easter backup call
• No routine floating required, though cross-coverage possible for those with IR experience
• Uses EPIC EMR along with GE and Philips monitors and McKesson systems
• Cardiologists are on call 24/7, 365 days a year
• Charge nurse serves as a resource on each shift and coordinates scheduling and call coverage

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required (or proof that application process has been initiated)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
• Ability to accurately read cardiac strips required
• Experience titrating drips required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Must be able to produce a negative drug screen for all panels as part of a Drug-Free Campus policy

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity cardiac cath lab setting, including emergent and scheduled procedures
• Serve as circulator for emergent cases during on-call weekend shifts
• Participate in unit-specific orientation lasting 2-3 shifts
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are eligible for a local pay rate
• No radius restriction limits eligibility to apply for this position
• COVID vaccination is not required for consideration
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-741825. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.