Cardiac Cath Lab RN (Prep & Recovery)
St. Louis, MO
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cath Lab/Cardiac Procedure Center position with EPIC experience and strong cardiac prep/recovery skills.

Responsibilities

• Position is in the Cardiac Procedure Center, Prep Recovery Area of a short-term acute care hospital
• Patient population includes pre and post cardiac cath, TEE, EP, and peripheral vascular cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3
• 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week, Monday through Friday with no weekends, holidays, or on-call required
• Shifts are 0600-1830, 0600-1830 late, and 0800-2030 close, with one closing shift required weekly
• EPIC charting experience is required
• Floating within scope is required based on facility needs
• Participate in prepping and recovering cardiac cath, TEE, EP, and peripheral vascular patients
• Perform post procedure care including sheath removal, TR band use, accessing ports, administering blood products, phlebotomy, and IV management
• Manage cardiac drips with and without titration and use of oxygen therapy devices
• No local candidates accepted; must live at least 75 miles from the facility
• RTO (requested time off) is restricted to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract and not permitted during orientation week
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Scrubs are provided
• Parking options are available for a fee

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required; pending license is accepted
• Minimum of 1 year of recent RN experience in a cardiac procedure center prep recovery area
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications are required
• Experience required in cardiac catheterizations, stent placement, electrophysiology, and vascular procedures
• Proficiency with tele monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, sheath removal, and vascular access
• Experience with Epic EMR is required

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts