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Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Location: Columbia, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse – Cath Lab
Shift: Four 10-hour shifts per week (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
Patient Ratio: 1:1
Weekend Requirement: Yes, one weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) per month on call
On-Call Requirement: Yes, one weekday call shift per week
Floating: No floating between service lines or sister facilities

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in South Carolina
Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience, including experience within the last year
Electrophysiology (EP) Lab experience
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Experience in both EP and Cath Lab settings

Additional Requirements

Must provide proof of 2 clinical references (at least one from the same unit)
Background check within 90 days of start, including multiple state and national searches
Education verification required; diploma or transcripts preferred as placeholder if needed
Annual medical clearance including physical exam and respirator clearance
Drug screening (10-panel) within 90 days of start
Immunizations and health documentation required:
- Tdap within 10 years or declination form
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination
- Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series or declination
- Seasonal flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption (during flu season)
COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed prior to start
Clear, passport-style photo required for badge issuance

Work Environment

Acute care hospital setting with 304 staffed beds
Charting system: Epic
Scrubs: Hospital-issued Cath Lab scrubs
Parking: Available at no cost with a parking pass

Important Notes

Call-off policy allows facility to cancel one shift every two weeks
Block scheduling may be accommodated with manager approval
Local radius rule: 60 miles
Locals may be accepted on a case-by-case basis
Hurricane season (June-November) may require emergency response team participation; avoid new or extended assignments during peak months if this is a concern

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab RNs seeking a travel contract opportunity with a structured schedule, competitive requirements, and a supportive acute care environment.

Facility

Providence Health

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Short Term Acute Care
314 beds

ADDRESS2435 Forest DriveColumbia, SC 29204

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About Columbia, SC

As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Columbia, SC here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs of 92°F and lows of 71°F.
Average winter highs of 57°F and lows of 36°F.

Furnished Housing

Plenty of options for short term rentals, with furnished apartments and homes available.
Relatively easy to find through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Car-friendly city with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to pollen levels.
Columbia has a growing population of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art scene with impressive murals and art galleries, music venues, and annual events like Greekfest and Riverfest.
Outdoor activities include Riverfront Park, Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens, and the Soda City Market.

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