Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Burlingame, CA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Nurse

Location: Burlingame, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Seeking a Cath Lab Nurse proficient in:

• Diagnostic cath lab procedures
• Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
• Structural heart procedures
• Electrophysiology

Shift:

• 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (09:00 - 17:30)
• Variable start times between 07:30 and 10:00 AM
• Weekend call required

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in California (copy of professional license required)
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Cath Lab RN, including experience within the last year
• Proficiency in diagnostic cath lab procedures, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), structural heart procedures, and electrophysiology
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• PALS certification
• CCRN certification
• TNCC certification
• Tech Cert Verification - National
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) training
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication)
• CPI certification

Background & Compliance Requirements

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start
• Various federal and state screenings (e.g., EPLS, HHS/OIG, FACIS Level 3) required and updated annually
• Education verification with official transcripts/diplomas as needed
• TB screening questionnaire and negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days of start, renewed annually
• Physical exam within 1 year of start
• Drug screening (9-panel, excluding marijuana/cannabinoids per CA law) within 6 months of start
• Immunizations and/or titers required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov-April) or signed declination
• Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually (specific mask types required)
• Various facility-specific documents and attestations must be reviewed and signed prior to start

Additional Requirements

• Full 7 years of work history documented with no gaps in employment over 30 days
• Professional references required (2 for clinical roles)
• Unit-specific skills checklist and competency exams as applicable
• Photo for badge (passport-style) required

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.
• Candidates with religious or medical exemptions for vaccines or fit testing must complete specific exemption forms and may require additional approvals.
• Some certifications (e.g., PALS, CCRN, TNCC) may be required depending on the specific role or unit; verify with recruiter if applicable.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized cardiac catheterization lab environment with a reputable healthcare system in California.