Cath Lab (RN) in Riverside, CA

An established hospital in California is seeking a skilled Registered Nurse with Cath Lab expertise to support their dynamic cardiovascular team on a contract basis. This position requires excellent technical proficiency, clinical judgment, and adaptability within a patient-focused environment.

Schedule/Hours:

• Shifts available as 8-hour or 12-hour days, starting at 7 a.m.
• High demand for Monday and Friday coverage
• One weeknight of call per week (self-sign up; begins after department closes)
• Weekend call approximately one full weekend every five weeks (manager rotation)
• Holiday call coordinated by self-sign up and rotation
• Call response time: 30 minutes

Key Qualifications:

• Active CA Registered Nurse license
• At least 2 years of recent cath lab nursing experience
• Prior experience assisting with PCI required
• Experience scrubbing cases; RNs must be able to scrub
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Pacemaker experience preferred
• Familiar with procedural sedation preferred
• Proficiency with Cerner & Merge documentation/charting systems

Primary Responsibilities:

• Scrub for cardiovascular procedures involving structural, PCI, EVARs, peripheral angiography, pacemakers, stents, axillaries, and coronaries
• Maintain and uphold a sterile procedure environment
• Perform room turnover, patient transport, and detailed documentation
• Potential to float to IR or ambulatory care units as needed
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team monitored by available resource and charge nurses during regular hours
• Undergo a comprehensive orientation tailored to your background, typically 36-40 hours

Benefits and Perks:

• Surgical scrubs provided
• Supportive environment with resource and charge nurse always available
• Flexible call and schedule model with opportunities for self-scheduling on select duties
• All RN team in the lab ensures cohesive practice

If you’re an experienced Cath Lab RN ready for a rewarding contract opportunity at a leading California hospital, apply today to take the next step in your career!