Cardiac Cath Lab RN
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,419/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care595 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac Cath Lab position requiring an active AZ or Compact license and at least 2 years of relevant experience in a Level I trauma facility
Details
- Acute care Cardiac Cath Lab within a Level I trauma hospital (busy Level II experience also considered)
- Unit includes 3 main cath lab rooms, 1 EP lab, and 1 hybrid room performing both vascular and cardiac cases
- Handles approximately 10-25 cases per day in a circulating role only, no scrubbing required
- Patient population includes interventional, EP, peripheral, mitral clip, TAVR, IABP, and EMTALA placement cases
- Utilizes Cerner and Xper charting systems
- Uses Philips telemetry monitoring and Philips/Siemens cath lab equipment
- 12-hour day shifts, 6:00am-6:30pm, Monday through Friday
- Requires 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
- Holiday coverage based on unit needs
- On-call responsibilities required, varied 6-10 shifts per schedule with a 30-minute response time
- Charge nurse support available on the unit
- 2-day floor-specific orientation provided
Requirements
- Active AZ or Compact RN license required
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience required
- Level I trauma center experience required (busy Level II experience will be considered)
- Must pass the Relias Dysrhythmia exam with an 80% score within two attempts before contract confirmation
- Must pass a Day 1 sterile technique skills exam for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
- Must demonstrate strong competency in maintaining sterile field technique
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
Additional Information
- RNs circulate cases only; scrubbing in is not required
- Scrubs are provided
- Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified using driver's license address
- No local candidates or local pay rates accepted
- Candidates who were directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year are not eligible; PRN employment through outside staffing firms is acceptable
- Failing the Relias Dysrhythmia exam or sterile technique test results in a 6-month do-not-use status with CommonSpirit AZ and Sacramento region facilities
- Study guides and videos are provided to help prepare for the dysrhythmia exam
- Additional education-based training provided on lifts, restraints, and wound care practices
Facility
Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
1 nurse recommends working with Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 595 beds
Employer
American Traveler
83 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Sebrona is very quick to respond, friendly, and gets you submitted fast. Highly recommend her.
Cons
None
Recommends working with 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.
About Phoenix, AZ
As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Phoenix, AZ here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Phoenix is slightly lower than the national average, with affordable housing and reasonable grocery and transportation costs.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs: 104°F, Summer average lows: 81°F.
- Winter average highs: 67°F, Winter average lows: 45°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Phoenix, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Many furnished housing options cater to the seasonal influx of visitors and snowbirds.
- Phoenix is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include buses and a light rail system, but a car is generally recommended for getting around the sprawling metro area.
- Phoenix has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies due to desert flora and occasional heat-related illnesses.
- There is a large population of travel nurses in Phoenix due to its numerous healthcare facilities.
- Phoenix offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, from Southwestern cuisine to international flavors.
- The city has a thriving arts and music community, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy world-class golf, major league spring training games, and outdoor activities like hiking in the nearby mountain reserves.
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