Cath Lab Registered Nurse
Burlingame, California
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

Registered Nurse - Cath Lab (Travel/Contract)

Location: Burlingame, California
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Seeking a Cath Lab Nurse proficient in:

• Diagnostic cath lab procedures
• Percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI)
• Structural heart procedures
• Electrophysiology

Shift:

• 4 shifts of 10 hours each (4 x 10)
• Shift hours: 0900-1730, with variable start times between 0730 - 1000
• Weekend call required

Requirements

• California RN Licensure
• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• ACLS (AHA or ARC)
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Cath Lab RN
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS and ACLS required (AHA or ARC only)
• Other certifications may be position-dependent (verify with employer)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exams as applicable
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency may be required for some units

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check required within 6 months of start
• Sex offender search within 90 days of start
• FACIS Level 3 screening required within 2 weeks of start, then monthly updates
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required and updated annually
• Education verification required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred)
• Drug screening: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids due to CA law)
• References: 2 professional references required (Aya requirement, not client)
• Full 7 years of work history required on application with no gaps

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (must clear candidate for work)
• Fit mask test within 1 year, renewed annually (specific mask types required)
• Immunizations required:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 90 days, renewed annually
  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella: proof of immunity or vaccination
  • Hepatitis B series or signed declination
  • Varicella immunity or vaccination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination during flu season (Nov 1 - Apr 30) or signed declination
• Drug testing: Negative 9-panel drug screen within 6 months of start (excluding marijuana/cannabinoids)

Facility Specific Documents & Orientation

• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific documents prior to start, including:

  • Job description
  • Standards of Business Conduct
  • Confidentiality Agreement
  • Vendor Training and Code of Conduct (2024 and 2025 versions)
  • TB Questionnaire (within 90 days of start, renewed annually)
  • Conditional Offer of Employment Attestation
  • Religious exemption forms if applicable

Additional Notes

• Weekend call is required
• Variable start times may require flexibility
• Background checks and immunizations must be current and compliant before start
• Prior travel experience is not stated as a requirement for this role

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab RNs licensed in California who meet the certification and immunization requirements and are comfortable with weekend call and variable shifts.