Cardiac Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Sacramento, CA
Olaro
3x12 hrs, Days
$3,054/weekOverview
- Start Date05/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Cath Lab
Location: Sacramento, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Seeking experienced Cath Lab nurses for a travel contract in a high-acuity cardiac catheterization lab. The unit performs diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath procedures including TAVR, Mitraclip, peripheral vascular cases, and advanced technologies such as Rotablator, IVUS, Shockwave, Impella, and Balloon Pump. The facility is a STEMI tertiary referral center and Chest Pain center accredited.
Schedule & Shift Details
- Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (12-hour shifts)
- Hours per week: 36
- Call: One night per week and up to every other weekend
- Weekend & holiday requirement: Up to every other weekend
- Orientation: 2 shifts of floor-specific orientation
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in California
- Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- NIHSS certification
Additional Requirements & Information
- Must provide 2 supervisory references: one within the last 12 months and one within the last 3 years
- Candidates may not have been employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by the associated health system within the past year; PRN employment through outside firms is acceptable
- Dys exam through UNA required prior to contract signing; must be completed within 24-48 hours with a pass/fail outcome (2 attempts allowed)
- EMR systems used: Cerner and Merge Hemodynamics for Cath Lab documentation
- Radiation badge supplied by agency
- Scrubs provided
- Unit has 3 procedure rooms
- Support staff includes CV Techs or Rad Techs with Cath Lab experience, IV team, respiratory therapy 24/7, pharmacy 24/7, and intensivist coverage in-house
Patient Population & Case Mix
- Diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization
- TAVR and Mitraclip procedures
- Some peripheral vascular cases
- High acuity STEMI patients
Notes
- This is a travel contract opportunity
- Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
- Call is required as noted above
- The role involves floating as needed (first to float)
Employer
Olaro
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Olaro Company Description
Olaro is a trusted partner in healthcare staffing, connecting nurses and allied health
professionals with opportunities nationwide. For over 35 years, we’ve helped clinicians
expand their horizons by matching them with assignments that fit their lifestyle, career
goals, and personal ambitions.
At Olaro, we value your expertise and support your growth at every step. We offer
competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and access to diverse clinical experiences
that build your skills and open doors to new possibilities. With 24/7 support, streamlined
onboarding, and a team committed to your success, you’ll always have a proven guide
by your side.
Whether you want to explore new locations, broaden your clinical experience, or
achieve better work–life balance, Olaro provides the flexibility and support to help you
thrive. Join us, and let’s shape the future of healthcare together.
About Sacramento, CA
As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Sacramento, CA here's what you should know:- Lower than many other California cities, closer to the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs around 94°F and lows around 60°F.
- Average winter highs around 54°F and lows around 38°F.
- Plenty of options for short term rentals, relatively easy to find due to the lower cost of living compared to other California cities.
- Car-friendly city with relatively easy traffic.
- Limited public transportation options compared to larger cities.
- Diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of trees.
- Sacramento has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Abundance of restaurants, gastropubs, and breweries.
- Rich art and cultural scene with museums like the Crocker Art Museum.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games of the Sacramento Kings.
- Plenty of outdoor activities in the city's large parks and recreation areas.
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