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Job Opportunity: Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (Cath Lab)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (8-hour shifts)
On-Call: Required 1 day per week and every 3rd to 4th weekend (24/7 on-call availability)
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
Floating: No floating outside scope of practice
Local Candidates: Not accepted (local radius rule: 75 miles)
Pending License: Accepted
First-Timers: Accepted
Weekend Requirement: Yes

Required Experience & Qualifications

Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years (Cath Lab and critical care experience required)
Certifications:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
License: Valid Registered Nurse license for Missouri (pending licenses accepted)

Facility & Work Environment

Acute Care Hospital with 233 staffed beds
Charting system: EPIC
Scrub color: Navy
Parking: Free

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

Government-issued ID required
Criminal background check within 6 months (including statewide and nationwide searches)
Quarterly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks
Education verification of highest nursing degree required
Professional license primary source verification (NURSYS for Missouri)
Drug testing within 1 year of start, including multiple substances
Physical exam within 1 year of start
Fit mask testing (N95 respirator) required and must be renewed annually
Immunizations and titers required:
- Tdap (or declination)
- Negative TB test or equivalent within 1 year
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella immunity or vaccination
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
Various facility-specific compliance documents including HIPAA, confidentiality, hand hygiene, dress code, and latex allergy questionnaires
Unit-specific competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency required annually
Skills checklist specific to unit required within 1 year of start

Additional Notes

Candidates must be able to meet on-call and weekend requirements
No floating outside scope of practice
Locals within 75 miles are not accepted for this travel contract
Candidates must complete required orientation modules through WorkRamp prior to start
References: Two professional references required, preferably supervisors within the last year

This position is ideal for experienced Cath Lab RNs with critical care background seeking a travel contract in an acute care hospital setting with a structured schedule and on-call responsibilities.

Facility

Christian Hospital

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Short Term Acute Care
460 beds

ADDRESS11133 Dunn RoadSaint Louis, MO 63136

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About Saint Louis, MO

As a Travel Cath Lab Nurse in Saint Louis, MO here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Saint Louis is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs are around 89°F, and winter average lows are around 23°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Saint Louis, with options ranging from furnished apartments to corporate housing.

Transportation

Saint Louis is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system including buses and a light rail system called Metrolink.

Demographics

Saint Louis has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues include heart disease and obesity.
There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of multiple healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Saint Louis offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene, art museums like the Saint Louis Art Museum, live music venues, sports events such as baseball games at Busch Stadium, and outdoor attractions like the Missouri Botanical Garden and Forest Park.

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