Registered Nurse - Cath Lab

Job Description

Registered Nurse - Cath Lab in Shreveport, LA
Why apply?
Join a leading facility in Shreveport, LA, offering competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a supportive team dedicated to your success. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced cath lab nurses seeking a rewarding contract with immediate start and ongoing support.
Quick Facts

• Location: 8001 Youree Drive, Shreveport, LA 71115
• Start Date: 02/23/2026
• End Date: 05/23/2026
• Shift: 8-hour days / 12-hour shift length (Monday-Friday, 0700-1500, with overnights)
• Hours/Week: 36-40
• Employment Type: Contract
• Required Licenses/Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, Valid Driver's License
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years RN experience, with at least 1.5 years in Cath Lab within the last year

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $67.00
• Pay Package: Discussed upon application
• Benefits:
  • Weekly pay via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Paid sick time (per applicable laws)
  • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • 24/7 dedicated support team

What You'll Do

• Provide expert care in the cath lab, including circulating, monitoring, and scrubbing for complex cardiac procedures
• Support patients with coronary artery disease, STEMI, and other cardiovascular conditions
• Administer vasoactive drugs, sedatives, and provide critical patient assessments
• Operate advanced imaging systems and monitor hemodynamic data
• Assist with high-level procedures such as TAVR, MitraClip, Laser, and Lithotripsy Atherectomy
• Collaborate closely with charge nurses and technology teams in a fast-paced environment
• Float between facilities, including Willis Knighton Pierremont, Bossier, and WKMC North, supporting complex case requirements

What You Need
Required:

• Valid RN license with BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications
• Minimum 3 years RN experience, with 1.5 years in Cath Lab
• Ability to scrub, monitor, and circulate in cath lab procedures
• Strong skills in vasoactive drug administration, patient assessment, and sterile technique
• Valid driver's license (to float between facilities)

Preferred:

• Experience with structural heart procedures and complex interventions
• Experience operating Philips imaging systems and ancillary equipment like IVUS, EKOS, FFR
• RCIS certification (not required)

About the Assignment
This contract position is based at a leading healthcare facility in Shreveport, LA, specializing in complex cardiac and peripheral vascular procedures, including TAVR, MitraClip, and neuro interventions. The role involves providing high-level patient care in a collaborative environment, with scheduled orientation and supportive team resources.
Compliance
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife #VHSNursingAllied