Electrophysiology Lab Registered Nurse
Atlanta, GA
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (EP Lab) - Travel/Contract

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Position Overview

• Open to considering an EP Tech for this position as well.
• Specialty: Registered Nurse (EP Lab)
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Electronic Documentation: Epic required
• Shift: Late stays as needed
• Return to Office (RTO): 7 days maximum
• Floating: Within facility/scope of practice as needed
• Scrubs: Provided
• Locals accepted at same rate

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of specialty experience required
• First-time travelers are welcome (prior travel experience NOT required)

Work Schedule & Holiday Requirements

• Weekend shifts: Not specified
• Call requirements: Not specified
• Holidays:

  • If 1 major holiday falls during assignment, expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays fall during assignment, expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays fall during assignment, expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day

Compliance & Orientation

• Full compliance required to start on time; non-compliance results in 2-week delay due to bi-weekly orientation schedule
• Number of non-billable orientation hours corresponds to contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Clinical screening required to determine clinical fit before final manager decision

Required Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support): Required for RNs in specified specialties including ER, PACU, Pre-op, Endo, CSU, Critical Care, CVICU, Cardiac Tele/Step-down, PCU, IMCU, Labor & Delivery, RRT, CVOR, and CRT. Must be current prior to start.
• BLS (Basic Life Support): Required for most nursing roles; check specialty requirements.
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support): Required for RN’s in PACU/Pre-op/Endo/CSU (if pediatric patients accepted), ER.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program): Required if applicable to specialty.
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring): Online course required within a few months of hire for applicable staff; no re-certification required.
• State License Verification: Must be licensed in Georgia within 30 days prior to start.
• NURSYS Verification: Annual verification within 30 days prior to start.
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam: Required for RNs and LVNs by agency.
• Color Blind Testing: Required for all candidates; alternative assessment available if needed.
• Competency Exam: Required for Nursing and Allied by agency.
• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam: Required for Telemetry, MS/Tele, IMCU, ER, Cardiac Tele/Step-down, ICU, PCU. Three attempts allowed; failure results in cancellation.

Health & Background Requirements

• Background Check: Must be completed within 30 days of start; includes criminal, sex offender, education verification, and more. Cannot start with background pending.
• Physical Exam: Required within 12 months of start.
• Drug Testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start; cannot start with results pending. Instant drug screen acceptable under certain conditions.
• TB Testing: PPD, QGold, or TSpot within 12 months of start. If past positive, additional documentation and negative chest x-ray within 6 months required. TB Questionnaire required annually.
• Immunizations:

  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: 2 MMR vaccines or positive titer; boosters allowed post-start if eligible.
  • Varicella: 2 vaccines or positive titer; boosters allowed post-start if eligible.
  • Hepatitis B: Series, surface antibody titer, or signed declination required.
  • Flu Vaccine: Required or declination during flu season (Nov 1 - Mar 31).
• Additional Health Documents: Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap recommended for privileging specialties.

Additional Requirements

• References: 2 clinical references required by agency.
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated within 12 months.
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof of processing.
• Facility Policies: Candidates must review and sign Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance policies prior to start.

Notes

• Floating assignments may be required within the facility and scope of practice.
• Compliance with all documentation and credentialing is mandatory to avoid delays.
• Orientation and competency exams are required and must be passed to continue assignment.

This position offers a structured travel nursing opportunity with a reputable healthcare system in Atlanta, Georgia, suitable for RNs with at least 1 year of experience and no prior travel experience required.