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Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab

Location: Lewiston, Idaho
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Work in a Level 3 Trauma, Level 1 Cardiac, Level 2 Stroke facility on the 2nd Floor Cath Lab.
Specialty focus on Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology with Neuro and Stroke cases.
4 shifts per week, each 10 hours (40 hours guaranteed weekly).
Weekend coverage is on-call/call-back only, with 10 call shifts required per month.
Patient ratio is 1:1 in a 2-room lab environment.
Equipment used includes Philips Xper; EHR system is Meditech.
The unit is a platinum awarded Chest Pain Center providing stroke treatment and high-acuity care.
Rural setting requiring a nurse who can quickly adapt with minimal onboarding.

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Idaho.
Minimum of 3 years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience, including experience within the last year.
Completion of at least one prior travel nursing assignment.
Current ACLS and BLS certifications.
Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS) certification.
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).

Preferred Experience

Interventional Radiology Cath Lab experience, especially with neuro and stroke cases.
Familiarity with cardiac diagnostics, STEMI, device implants, angiograms, cerebral interventions, AAA, and TCAR procedures.

Additional Information

The position requires 10 call shifts per month.
No float requirements.
The role demands a nurse comfortable with a high-acuity, fast-paced rural lab environment.
Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for travel status.

Shift Details

4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (typically 4 x 10-hour shifts).
On-call/call-back on weekends only.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced travel RNs with a strong background in cardiac cath lab and interventional radiology nursing who thrive in high-acuity, rural hospital settings.

Facility

Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
114 beds

ADDRESS415 Sixth StreetLewiston, ID 83501

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About Lewiston, ID

As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Lewiston, ID here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lewiston's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85-90°F, while winter lows range from 25-30°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Lewiston and can be found with relative ease.

Transportation

Lewiston is car-friendly, with easy access to major roads.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

Lewiston has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to pollen and air quality.
There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Lewiston offers a variety of restaurants, local art, and entertainment venues in the downtown area.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, mountain biking, swimming, fishing, and boating at Hells Gate State Park.

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