Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Kenner, LA
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse – Cath Lab (Travel/Contract)

Location: Kenner, Louisiana
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Day shift, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM)
• Hours per week: 40
• Call Requirement: Minimum 10 days per month, including 2 weekends
• Unit: Diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath lab
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of cath lab nursing experience required
• Travel Experience: First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience not required)
• Electronic Medical Record: Epic experience required

Job Expectations

• May be assigned to an Emergency Team during emergency events, requiring staying at the facility until the event passes or serving as part of a relief team
• Must be comfortable with emergency event assignments as directed by unit manager

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted; must be current or renewed prior to start
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – AHA or RQI accepted; must be current or renewed prior to start

Requirements/Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab nursing experience, including experience within the last year
• Current ACLS certification
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with Epic electronic medical record system

Required Licenses

• Active Registered Nurse license for Louisiana or Compact License required upon submission and effective immediately
• License must be current or renewal in process prior to start

Required Documents and Compliance

• Valid, current driver’s license or government-issued photo ID (color copy)
• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days of start, updated annually
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• Education verification or transcript/diploma if verification cannot be completed
• Sex offender search within 30 days of start, updated monthly
• NURSYS license verification within 30 days of start
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start (no instant screenings)
• Physical exam within 12 months indicating good health
• Fit mask testing (N95) within 1 year of start; onsite fit testing available if needed
• Immunizations/vaccinations or proof of immunity required for:

  • TB test (PPD, Qgold, or Tspot) within 12 months, updated annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella – positive IGG titer or completed vaccine series
  • Hepatitis B – positive antibody titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer; declination allowed if signed within 1 year
  • Varicella – positive IGG titer, completed vaccine series, or booster after negative titer
  • Tdap (Tdap only for ED, Pediatrics, Mother/Baby, NICU) – valid for 10 years
• Seasonal flu vaccination, declination, or medical/religious exemption required during flu season (Oct 1 – Mar 31)
• Employment application/resume required with 7 years employment history and explanation for gaps
• Annual skills checklist and competency exam (minimum 80%) specific to specialty
• Color photo for badge (passport-style, recent, plain background) within 24 hours of booking

Additional Notes

• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification may be required depending on unit
• Emergency preparedness checklist required for assignments during hurricane season (June 1 – Nov 30)
• Candidates seeking medical or religious exemptions for COVID-19 vaccination must complete facility-specific forms with appropriate signatures

This position is ideal for experienced cath lab RNs comfortable with emergency response duties and working in a fast-paced cardiac catheterization environment.