Cath Lab / Electrophysiology RN
Kingsport, TN
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: Kingsport, Tennessee
Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule & Environment

• 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each
• 2 call nights per week
• One weekend every 3-4 weeks
• Block scheduling accommodations available
• Work primarily in Cath Labs and EP Labs (2 Cath Labs, 1 Structural/PV Lab, 2 EP Labs)
• Must be able to circulate EP cases including devices and EPS/Ablations (Claris, CARTO, EnsiteX, Cryo, PFA)
• Experience with Siemens Sensis/Epic and Philips Systems preferred
• Circulating and monitoring experience in Electrophysiology (EP) preferred

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Required years of experience: Not explicitly stated; assume minimum 2 years typical for EP circulating roles (no conflicting data)
• Prior travel experience: Not required

Orientation & Scheduling Notes

• General orientation begins on Sundays (online CBLs)
• 16 hours of non-billable orientation required
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without penalty due to census changes
• Additional shifts may be available as overtime and flexed based on hospital needs

Residency Requirement

• Traveler’s permanent residence must be at least 100 miles from the hospital’s service area

Certifications & Licenses Required

• ACLS (AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI accepted)
• BLS (AHA Instructor or Provider; RQI accepted)
• State RN license with primary source verification
• NURSYS verification required
• Other certifications may be required based on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC) – check unit specifics

Background & Compliance Requirements

• Background check within 30 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start
• Education verification required
• Tennessee Adult Abuse Registry check if licensed/certified in TN or working in TN
• Photo for badge required within 48 hours of contract signing
• Completion of facility-specific forms and compliance documents required within specified timeframes

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (not required annually)
• Fit mask testing completed onsite (previous fit tests from non-facility sources not accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or declination
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray per facility policy
• MMR titers (Rubeola, Mumps, Rubella) or documented vaccination/boosters
• Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
• Varicella titer or documented vaccination/boosters
• Standard 9-panel drug screen within 14 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Sept 29 – Mar 31)

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care

References & Competencies

• Minimum 2 references preferred (3 preferred)
• Skills checklist required
• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam as applicable

This position offers a specialized RN role in cardiovascular and electrophysiology settings with a structured schedule and comprehensive orientation, requiring relevant certifications and compliance with health and background standards.