Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Montgomery, AL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,455/weekOverview
- Start Date11/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care389 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a RN for a Cardiac Cath Lab position requiring interventional Cath Lab experience and an active AL or compact RN license.
Details
- Work in a 4-room Cath Lab/CVR unit within a Level II Trauma Center with a Level III NICU and Primary Stroke Center
- Patients seen average 20-25 per day
- Patients not from the ICU are transferred to the Cardiovascular Recovery (CVR) area post-procedure
- Case types include STEMI/NSTEMI, LHC/RHC, CHF, Angina, ACS, Afib, IABP/Impella, CTOs, staged/protected PCI, pericardiocentesis, and temp pacers
- Additional case exposure includes EP, Vascular, PE, and Hybrid/Structural procedures though prior experience in these is not required
- Uses Cerner EMR, XPER hemodynamic monitoring, IntellaSpace PACS, Plum 360 IV pumps, and Omnicell medication dispensing
- Day shift schedule 0630-1900, working three 12-hour shifts per week on a 3-6 week schedule cycle
- On-call rotation every 4th weekend from Friday EOS to Monday 0630
- Weekday on-call includes 1 call night per week and possibly 1 late shift per week, not worked concurrently
- Floating possible to IR or CVR, though prior experience in those areas is not required
Requirements
- Active RN license (AL or Compact) required
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- Minimum 1 year of interventional Cath Lab experience required (diagnostic-only experience not accepted)
- Experience with groin site management, radial band management, moderate sedation, drip titration, emergency drug knowledge, defib/pacer use, rhythm recognition, and anticoagulant administration
- Must be comfortable addressing ventilator alarms though vent experience is not required
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care in a high-acuity cardiac catheterization environment supported by a Cath Lab Coordinator, RT, Hospitalist, Cardiologist on call, and RRT/Code Team
- RN transports patients to the recovery area as daytime transporter support is otherwise available
- Travelers new to the facility or returning after 1+ years receive 24 hours of classroom orientation plus 1-3 shifts of unit orientation
- On-call team response time is 30 minutes with call rooms available upon request to the manager
- Holiday coverage required for one major and one minor seasonal holiday per contract
- Green hospital scrubs provided; parking available in a parking deck
- RTO requests go through the manager for approval
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Candidates must reside outside a 60-mile radius of the facility
- Former permanent staff must wait 6 months before being considered for a travel assignment
Facility
Baptist Medical Center South
11 nurses recommend working with Baptist Medical Center South
- Short Term Acute Care
- 389 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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 Montgomery, AL
As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Montgomery, AL here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average highs of 91°F and lows of 70°F.
- Winter average highs of 58°F and lows of 36°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in areas popular with travel nurses.
- Car friendliness with easily navigable roads.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to pollen and humidity.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, a thriving art and entertainment scene, including a fabulous community theater.
- Sports enthusiasts can cheer on the Minor League Montgomery Biscuits team.
- Outdoor activities include exploring historical sites related to the Civil Rights Movement and visiting the Village of Old Town Alabama.
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