Travel Contract

Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Wilmington, NC
Wayward Medical
4x10 hrs, Days
Relocation Bonus

$2,497/week

Posted Today

Overview

Start Date07/27/2026
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,497/week

Benefits

Guaranteed Hours
Retention bonus
Weekly pay
Dental benefits
401k retirement plan
Relocation bonus
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Holiday Pay
Discount program

Description

There are a lot of travel nursing agencies.

Most of them can submit you to a job.

The difference is what happens after you click apply.

At Wayward Medical Staffing, you get one point of contact, straight answers, permission before submission, and real check ins that are not just disguised extension calls.

We do the boring stuff well.

We answer fast.

We tell the truth.

We get your permission before putting your name in front of a facility.

And when something gets weird on assignment, we pick up the phone.

We’re not a billion-dollar staffing machine with five departments and four handoffs before someone learns your name.

We’re a Mom and Pop shop who puts relationships first. We’re built for travelers who want to be treated like humans, not chart numbers.

That means we stay with you through the full assignment, help you navigate the messy parts, and start thinking about your next contract before this one ends.

Our rule is simple:

No one gets burned.

If you want an agency that communicates clearly, follows through, and actually sticks around after you start, apply with Wayward.

We’ll walk you through the details and help you decide if this assignment is the right fit.

Cath Lab Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Wilmington, North Carolina

Job Details

Position: Cath Lab Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
Shift: Day shift, 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
Call: 1 night per week
Weekend Requirement: 1 weekend every other month
Float Requirement: As needed
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Scheduling: Self-scheduled
Unit Orientation: 24 hours
Scrubs: Provided

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse license in North Carolina
Minimum 2 years of experience in Cardiac Cath Lab, including experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
Cardiac Stent Placement
Diagnostic Catheterizations (Adult)
IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump) Placement/Removal
Impella insertion
Left heart catheterization
Right heart catheterization
Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI)
Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring
Rotablator atherectomy
Administration and monitoring of procedural sedation

Required Skills

Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab procedures
Cardiac Stent Placement
Diagnostic Catheterizations (Adult)
IABP (Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump) Placement/Removal
Impella insertion
Left and Right Heart Catheterization
Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI)
Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring
Rotablator atherectomy
Scrub Procedures (Cardiac Cath Lab)
Administration and monitoring of procedural sedation
Use of emergency medications including antiarrhythmics, antihypertensives, IV vasopressors, thrombolytics
IV infusion pumps, starting and maintaining IVs
Activated Clotting Time (ACT) monitoring
Cardioversion and circulation procedures
End-Tidal CO2 monitoring
Infection prevention and isolation precautions (PPE)
Sheath removal and monitoring
Topical hemostasis techniques (D-Stat, Chito-Seal, Syvek Patch)
Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

Pre/Post Procedure care
Special Procedures including ASD Closures, TAVR, Valvuloplasty, Watchman procedure
Angioplasty, Carotid Stenting
Central Venous Access (Non-tunneled/PICC and Port Placement)
Dialysis Graft Creation/Revision and Interventional procedures
Endovascular Interventions and Vascular Scrub Procedures
Stent Graft Placement, SVC/IVC Venography, Thoracic Aortography
Upper and Lower Extremity Angiography
Use of External Compression Devices (C-Clamp, Sandbags)
Hypothermia and Malignant Hyperthermia protocols
12 lead EKG/ECG acquisition
Radiation and Laser Safety
Vascular Closure Systems (Perclose, StarClose)

Technology & Systems Used

Pyxis medication system
MAC LAB
CUPID
EPIC electronic health record
SBAR communication framework

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Background check within 6 months for clinical candidates
Drug screening (9-panel) within 6 months of start
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start (with exceptions for past positives)
Required immunizations and titers: Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
Physical exam (per Aya Healthcare standards)
Mandatory education and training including medication safety, confidentiality, tobacco-free campus, annual compliance, and facility-specific orientation modules
Radiation badge required for Cath Lab staff
Photo for badge (passport style, white background, business attire)
Proof of logging into facility’s learning management system (I-Learn) within 24 hours of account setup
Competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG competency (must pass with 82% or higher within 72 hours of start)
Color blindness testing within 1 year
Medication test/pharmacology competency exam (Aya requirement)
References and performance evaluations as applicable

Additional Notes

Candidates must provide interview availability within 72 hours of submission.
Some shifts may start earlier (6:30 AM) or end later depending on procedural needs.
One of the four workdays per week will be a late shift to complete the last patient.
Facility provides scrubs and necessary orientation.
Candidates must comply with all facility policies and complete required education modules prior to start.
Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season; mask required if exempted.

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab RNs seeking a travel contract with a focus on advanced cardiac catheterization procedures in a hospital setting.

Employer

Wayward Medical

About

Wayward Sounds...

Like a Travel Nursing Agency that zigged while everyone else zagged.

Most agencies fight over the same giant hospitals.

We chose the places where travelers are remembered, not rotated through.

Critical Access Hospitals are where nurses get autonomy, community, and stories worth telling.

Less factory-line healthcare. More human healthcare. That’s the road we chose.

Built for travelers who want:

Rural adventure
A Recruiter who actually picks up the phone
A career that feels meaningful

Response timewithin an hour

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About Wilmington, NC

As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Wilmington is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.

Transportation

Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.

Demographics

Wilmington has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen from the many trees and plants in the area.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in Wilmington.

Things to Do

Wilmington offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic downtown area, visiting museums, enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, and engaging in outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing.

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