Cath Lab RN
Eureka, California
Saint Joseph Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Cath Lab RN)

Location: Eureka, California
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Cath Lab)
• Start Date: ASAP
• Daily Caseload: 8-12 patients
• Types of Procedures:

  • Coronary Artery Disease (diagnostic and intervention)
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (diagnostic and intervention)
  • Cardiac Arrhythmias
  • Permanent pacemakers
• Departments: Cath Lab (specific departments pending)
• Years of Experience Required: 2 years (highest requirement)
• First-timers Accepted: Yes
• Weekend Requirement: Yes
• Floating Requirement: No
• Call Requirement: Yes
• Orientation: 30 hours
• Pending State License: Candidates with pending Fluoro permits will be considered if permit application is already submitted
• Guaranteed Hours: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• Locals Accepted: Yes
• Open to Block Schedule: Will consider

Required Certifications

• ARRT (Note: RCIS only is not acceptable)
• Fluoro Permit
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

Facility Highlights

• Acute Care Hospital with 150 staffed beds
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrub color: RN may wear any solid color (typically Royal Blue or Navy)
• Free parking on first day; assignment parking provided during orientation
• Facility rated among America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention
• American Heart Association’s Bronze Get With The Guidelines award recipient
• Multiple housing resources available, including realtor assistance if needed
• Location offers access to 7 state and national parks, ocean, and unique Victorian architecture

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Background Check: Within 45 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; must be updated annually
• Drug Testing: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (no instant tests)
• Physical Exam: Within 1 year of start, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Immunizations & Health Documents:

  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months, updated annually
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or declination (required during flu season)
  • COVID vaccine or declination
• Respirator Safety Clearance: Required for travel candidates, medically cleared annually
• Fit Mask Testing: Required for travel candidates, updated annually; onsite testing available if needed

Additional Requirements

• References: Minimum 2 supervisor references covering 1 year of employment within last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting
• Employment Application: Must include at least last 5 years of employment with month/year format
• Skills Checklist: Required annually for applicable units
• Competency Exams: As applicable by profession/specialty (e.g., Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam)
• WorkRamp Training Modules:

  • Core and specialty-specific modules required prior to start and annually
  • Epic training modules required within a week of orientation
• State License Verification: NURSYS verification required for all RNs
• Background Checks: EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start, updated monthly

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required for this position

Summary

This is a travel contract RN position in the Cath Lab in Eureka, CA, requiring at least 2 years of RN experience, with certifications in ARRT, Fluoro Permit, BLS, and ACLS. The role involves working weekends and call shifts, with orientation provided. The facility offers a supportive environment with strong recognition in cardiac care and access to natural attractions. Comprehensive compliance and health documentation are required prior to start. First-time travelers are welcome.