Cath Lab RN
Abingdon, Virginia
Johnston Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Cath Lab

Location: Abingdon, Virginia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Work Schedule

• 4x10 hour shifts, Days (7 AM - 5 PM)
• Call: Average 10 days in 6 weeks
• Weekends: Every third weekend (included in call shifts)
• Floating required between two regional facilities, including cath lab holding

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Cardiac Cath Lab, including Diagnostic and Interventional settings
• Cardiac Cath Lab experience within the last year
• Experience in Pre/Post Procedure Cath Lab patient care
• Prior travel nursing experience with at least one completed travel assignment
• Charge nurse experience in Cath Lab settings
• Current American Heart Association certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS

Orientation & Additional Information

• General orientation begins on Mondays; includes 16 hours of non-billable online training
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without penalty due to census changes
• Additional shifts may be available as overtime and are flexible based on hospital needs

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background checks covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years, updated annually
• Education verification required
• Various health and safety certifications and documentation including:

  • Physical exam within 1 year of start
  • Drug screening within 14 days of start
  • Immunizations and titers: MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap, TB screening
  • Flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season
• Respirator medical evaluation and fit testing completed onsite
• Photo for badge within 48 hours of contract signing
• Compliance with facility-specific dress code, uniform guidelines, and safety policies

Experience & Skills

• Prior travel experience required (no first-time travelers)
• Charge nurse experience mandatory
• Proficient in cath lab procedures and patient care in diagnostic and interventional cardiac cath settings
• Ability to float between multiple facilities and adapt to varying work environments

Summary

This travel Registered Nurse position in the Cath Lab requires a seasoned RN with at least 5 years of specialty experience and charge nurse background. The role involves a 13-week contract with a structured schedule including call and weekend shifts, floating between facilities, and adherence to comprehensive compliance and health documentation standards. Prior travel experience is mandatory. Candidates must be prepared for orientation and flexible scheduling based on patient census.