Cardiac Cath Lab & Interventional Radiology Nurse
El Paso, Texas
University Medical Center of El Paso

Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab / Interventional Radiology

Location: El Paso, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Schedule

• 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts
• Start time between 6-8 AM depending on scheduled cases
• Latest end time 5-6 PM on non-call days
• On-call schedule: 1 week on, 1 week off (24/7 coverage during on-call week)

Required Experience & Skills

• Prior experience in Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology (HARD STOP)
• Minimum 1 year work experience in Cardiac Catheterization, Interventional Radiology, or Neuro Intervention
• Experience supporting STEMI cases, vascular emergencies, pacemaker insertions, Impella insertions, balloon pump insertions
• Circulating experience required
• First-time travelers accepted

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - AHA only
• BSN degree required

Licensure & Verification

• Primary source verification of state nursing license required
• NURSYS verification required for RN licenses
• Education verification:

  • Bachelor’s degree required for permanent staff
  • Associate degree acceptable for travel staff

Additional Required Certifications & Competencies

• NIH Stroke Certification (must be current within 6 months of start)
• Medication Test / Pharmacology Competency Exam
• Unit Competency Exam

Background Checks & Compliance

• 7-year background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Must include SS trace, county, nationwide, national sex offender, FACIS level 3, education verification
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Negative TB test (TSPOT or QGOLD within 3 months) or 2-step PPD
• Required immunizations or positive titers (or declination if unable to vaccinate):

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B
  • Varicella
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
• Flu vaccine required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)
• COVID vaccination series or approved medical/religious exemption
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific modules prior to start (unpaid)
• Forward-facing head and shoulder photo for badge (no selfies)
• Signed acknowledgements for property, confidentiality, security, tobacco-free workplace, and culture of safety training
• Completion of onboarding paperwork and IT request forms

This position is ideal for experienced cardiac cath/interventional radiology nurses looking for a travel contract opportunity with a structured schedule and comprehensive credentialing requirements.