Cath Lab RN
York, PA
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Cath Lab Registered Nurse - Travel/Contract

Location: York, Pennsylvania
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Work in an invasive Cardiology unit with 4 Cardiac Catheterization Labs and 2 Electrophysiology labs.
• Unit includes 23 prep/recovery bays and performs over 6,000 advanced cardiovascular procedures annually (e.g., complex coronary procedures, VAD/ECMO, TAVR, ablations, pacemaker/ICD implants).
• May care for COVID-19 patients.
• Tobacco and fragrance-free facility.

Schedule

• Day shift, 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM).
• Weekends as needed.
• Minimal on-call duties, primarily to assist full-time staff.
• Must be willing to stay until the last patient is cared for.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania.
• Minimum 1 year of recent Cardiac Catheterization Lab experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID).
• I9 attestation and E-Verify compliance.
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year criminal background check (must be updated annually).
  • Pennsylvania State Police PATCH search (must be finalized prior to start).
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start.
  • PA FBI fingerprinting required within 1 year of start; candidate may start with results pending but must have results on file within 45 days or will be removed from assignment.
  • Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Childline Search) required within 5 years; may start with results pending but must have results on file within 45 days.
• Education verification of highest degree/diploma/transcripts.
• Two professional references within 3 years.
• Most recent resume or employment application.
• Annual skills checklist.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 90 days of start, signed by MD, DO, PA, or NPT.
• Negative QGold or TSpot TB test within 90 days (PPD not accepted). For positive TB, negative chest X-ray within 1 year and annual TB questionnaire required.
• TDAP vaccine within 10 years of start.
• Vaccination or positive titer proof for:

  • Rubeola (Measles) – 2 doses or positive titer; 2 boosters required if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Mumps – 2 doses or positive titer; 2 boosters required if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Rubella – 2 doses or positive titer; 2 boosters required if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Varicella – 2 doses or positive titer; 2 boosters required if titers negative/equivocal.
  • Hepatitis B – positive titer or full vaccine series (3 doses) plus declination form if applicable.
• Seasonal flu vaccine required during flu season or valid medical/religious exemption (declinations not accepted).
• COVID-19 vaccine or valid medical/religious exemption/declination accepted.
• Respiratory safety clearance required within 1 year and renewed annually.
• Negative 9-panel drug test within 1 year (required by agency, not facility).
• Fit testing preferred but not required.

Competency & Training Requirements

• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (pass/fail) required for all RNs except OR and Home Health; remediation and second attempt process applies if failed.
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required.
• Completion of assigned Learning Management System (LMS) modules on PC/laptop prior to start (cannot be completed on cell phones).
• New hire orientation must be completed by end of first day.

Additional Notes

• Maximum return-to-office (RTO) time: 7 days.
• No holiday shifts required.
• Floating to other units is not applicable.
• Photo for badge must be a clear, professional, passport-style headshot with a light background.
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents including Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, Commitment to Health & Wellness, and Non-Employee Affidavit.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a high-acuity invasive cardiology environment with advanced procedures, requiring strong clinical skills and certifications. Candidates must be prepared for thorough credentialing and compliance processes.