Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Hickory, NC
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs
$2,520/weekOverview
- Start Date10/12/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Hickory, North Carolina for an experienced Cath Lab RN seeking a fast-paced cardiac catheterization lab role in an acute care hospital. Join a collaborative cardiovascular care team focused on patient safety, clinical precision, and excellent outcomes.
Job Details
- Specialty: Cardiac Catheterization Lab (Cath Lab)
- Employment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing Job
- Setting: Acute care hospital
- Location: Hickory, NC 28601
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 10-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,250-$2,370
- Case Volume: Approximately 5-15 cases per day
- Orientation: Travelers must start on one of the scheduled orientation dates
Job Requirements
- Current state RN license
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school preferred
- At least 1 year of nursing experience preferred; cath lab or cardiac care experience a plus
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire
- ACLS and PALS required within 6 months of hire
- ASLS certification preferred
- Strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a busy cardiovascular and clinical support environment
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to patients in the cardiac cath lab
- Administer medications, collect specimens, and support clinical treatments
- Monitor patient condition and communicate changes to the care team
- Document care accurately and in a timely manner
- Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed
- Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate safe, effective cardiac care
- Educate patients and families based on individual needs and circumstances
- Advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of each patient
Why Consider This Travel Nursing Opportunity?
- Competitive weekly pay for travel nurses in Hickory, North Carolina
- Work in a well-established acute care cardiac catheterization lab
- Join a supportive healthcare team with a strong patient care focus
- Enjoy a welcoming foothills community with outdoor recreation and small-city convenience
Apply now to join this Cath Lab Registered Nurse travel assignment in Hickory, NC and advance your cardiovascular nursing career.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Hickory, NC
As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Hickory, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Hickory, NC is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 49°F, and average lows are around 28°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Hickory, NC, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Hickory, NC is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Hickory, NC has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Hickory, NC offers a variety of restaurants, including Southern cuisine and international flavors.
- The city has a vibrant arts scene with galleries and theaters.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports in the nearby lakes and parks.
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