Cath Lab Registered Nurse Circulator
Arlington, Virginia
Virginia Hospital Center

Cath Lab Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Arlington, Virginia

Job Details

• Position: Cath Lab Registered Nurse (Circulator)
• Location: Arlington, Virginia
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day shift, 4x10-hour shifts (07:00 - 17:30)
• Call Requirements:

  • 2-3 call shifts per week (long or short call)
  • 2 call weekends in a 6-week period
  • Short call (weekdays): 17:30-20:00 post-shift as backup if cases are complete; stay if cases are running
  • Short call (weekends): 07:00-14:00 Saturday and Sunday
  • Long call (overnight emergency): 17:30-07:00, must be on-site within 30 minutes of page
  • Weekend long call starts Friday 17:30 through Sunday 07:00
• Scrubs: Provided by hospital
• Possible COVID-19 precautions

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Virginia RN license in hand at submission is required
• Experience: Must have experience as Cath Lab Circulator with RLHC/PCI, Peripheral, and EP circulating experience
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, preferred but not required for students/practitioners
• Competencies:

  • Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam (basic level) required for Telemetry and critical care specialties
  • Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
  • Core Parts I, II, and III annually updated
  • Color Blind Testing prior to start
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations
• Background Checks:

  • 7-year criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start and updated for renewals
  • Education verification required
• Drug Testing: Negative 11-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (time sensitive)
• Physical Exam: Pre-employment physical within 1 year of start, attesting ability to meet physical demands
• Fit Mask Test: Fit test within last 12 months required (specific mask brands accepted)
• Immunizations and Health Requirements:

  • Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31); medical or religious exemptions allowed with documentation
  • Negative TB test (PPD, Tspot, or QGold) within 1 year of start; annual TB questionnaire required
  • Required titers or vaccinations for Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella
  • Adult TDAP vaccine required for certain units (includes ICU, ED, Labor & Delivery, etc.)
• Radiation Badge: Required for Cath Lab staff; attestation of prior radiation exposure required
• EPIC System: CUPID Cath experience preferred; EPIC training modules required for some candidates

Schedule & Work Environment

• 40 hours per week, 4 shifts of 10 hours each
• Call responsibilities include both short and long call shifts, with weekend coverage
• Must be able to respond on-site within 30 minutes during long call
• Hospital provides scrubs
• Possible exposure to COVID-19 precautions

Facility & Compliance Requirements (To Complete Prior to Start)

• Completion and signing of multiple facility-specific documents including:

  • Code of Ethics & Acknowledgement
  • Confidentiality and Information Security Agreement
  • Dress Code
  • Hand Hygiene and Infection Control manuals and tests
  • Parking forms and policies
  • Vendor Access Request (VAR) form and background check through HireRight
  • Online orientation and attestations
  • Mission and Vision Statement, National Patient Safety Goals, Notice of Privacy Practices
• Clear, passport-style photo for badge issuance
• Must wear both agency and facility badges at all times
• Completion of facility-specific policies such as chaperone policy, anchors, and management of information policy

Additional Notes

• Candidate must update submission packet and profile with the exact start date requested
• Flu vaccine exemptions require agency/facility review and approval with supporting documentation
• Candidates must complete EPIC training modules as assigned; some modules may take 5-8 hours
• Drug testing and fit testing are time sensitive and must be completed promptly after signing

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab RNs with circulator experience seeking a 13-week travel contract in Arlington, VA, with a structured day shift and call schedule.