Pediatric Cardiac Cath Lab Nurse
Portland, Oregon
OHSU Doernbecher Childrens Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Portland, Oregon

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Work Schedule: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday
• Setting: Pediatric Cardiac Cath Lab

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years total Critical Care or similar experience (e.g., PACU, ED)
• Experience in a Pediatric Cardiac Cath Lab
• Knowledge and experience with:

  • Moderate/conscious sedation administration and recovery
  • Anesthesia recovery
  • Arterial and venous femoral access/sheath management
  • Safe chemotherapy precautions
• Ability to work in a fast-paced procedural environment with competing priorities and quick patient turnover
• Physical requirements:

  • Ability to stand up to 4 hours without sitting
  • Ability to wear protective lead aprons for extended periods
  • Ability to move throughout the entire shift

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program (CCNE, ACEN, or CNEA)
• Current, unencumbered Oregon State Registered Nurse License

Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association (AHA) provider only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA provider only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA provider only
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - AHA/AAP only

Additional Requirements

• Fluency in written and oral English
• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation
• Valid government-issued photo ID required on first day
• Background checks and verifications required, including:

  • Education verification
  • Work history verification
  • Criminal background check (within 6 months of start)
  • National sex offender search
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
• Drug testing: Negative 10-panel drug screen including methamphetamines within 3 months prior to start
• Health documents required:

  • Fit mask test within 1 year prior to start
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine or signed declination
  • Immunity or vaccination for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (with boosters or declinations as applicable)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination (deadline 12/01/2025)
• References: Two manager or supervisor references from the last 24 months required
• Skills checklist required within 1 year of start
• Radiation badge required prior to start (photo or attestation)

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit prior travel experience required

Physical & Compliance Notes

• Must be fully available for compliance needs up until start date
• Must review and sign professional appearance policy and job description prior to start
• Completion of required online training modules prior to start (Compass modules for RNs)
• Medication override test provided during orientation (not required before start)
• Respirator clearance and fit testing required (preferred prior to start; onsite fit testing available if necessary)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized pediatric cardiac cath lab environment requiring critical care skills and advanced certifications. The role demands physical stamina, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.