Electrophysiology Lab Registered Nurse
Los Angeles, California
Good Samaritan Hospital

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

Location: Los Angeles, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab with Cath Lab experience. This is a travel/contract position requiring day shifts with a call schedule.

Work Schedule

• 4x10 hour shifts, Days (07:00 - 19:30)
• Call requirement: 5 weekdays and 1 weekend per week

Required Specialty Experience

• Electrophysiology (EP) and Cath Lab experience required
• Arrhythmia Induction
• Cardioversion
• Circulate Procedures
• Insertion/Programming of AICDs (Automatic Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators)
• Tilt Table Study
• Procedural Sedation Administration/Monitoring
• Experience with Maclab documentation system in EP Lab

Years of Experience Required: Not explicitly stated, but given the advanced skills required, expect at least 2+ years in EP/Cath Lab nursing.

Certifications Required

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Additional Required Certifications (as applicable)

• Fire Card (specific to Los Angeles)
• Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) or CPI with in-person physical component (can pend if online version on file)
• NIH Stroke Certification (preferred for ICU/ER RNs)
• Harassment Prevention Training (California compliant)
• Pass/Fail Testing for Dysrhythmia/EKG (onsite testing required)
• State Nursing License verification within 14 days prior to start

Competency Exams

• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam (Relias Advanced with Measurements) within 72 hours of signing, minimum 80% passing score, two attempts allowed
• Medication/Pharmacology Competency Exam as applicable
• Fetal Monitoring Competency Exam (if applicable for L&D)

Background and Health Requirements

• 7-year criminal background check within 90 days
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated monthly
• Education verification of highest level completed
• Physical exam within 1 year, confirming fitness for duty and communicable disease free
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
• Drug screening: Negative 7-panel drug test within 30 days of start
• Immunizations/vaccinations or documented declinations required for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
  • Seasonal Flu (during flu season)
  • COVID-19 (during flu season)

Documentation and Onboarding Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
• Emergency Contact Form prior to start
• Photo for badge (white background, shoulders up)
• Facility-specific documents including Oracle module completion before start
• Employment application/resume with at least 1 year relevant experience and 7 years work history if applicable
• Two professional references from manager or above within 2 years for clinical candidates
• Skills checklist updated annually (not required for non-licensed workers)

Notes

• Return to Office (RTO) form must be submitted prior to contract start
• Onsite pass/fail testing for Dysrhythmia/EKG and medication competency required; failure results in cancellation
• Mask fit testing required as per unit guidelines; religious exemptions available with documentation
• Candidates must comply with all facility-specific safety and compliance training

Prior Travel Experience

No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with specialized EP and Cath Lab skills seeking a 13-week travel contract in Los Angeles with comprehensive certification and competency requirements.