Job Description
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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements\n
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- Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
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Assignment Overview\n
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- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 26, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
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Description\n
American Traveler is hiring a Cath Lab Holding RN with an active MA license and 2+ years of pre/post procedural or Cardiac ICU experience.
Details\n
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- Work in the Cath Lab Holding unit, a pre/post recovery area for heart/vascular lab, cath lab, and structural heart procedures
- Unit has 21 beds in short stay with a 4:1 patient ratio
- High STEMI volume with patients held in cardiac short stay until a bed becomes available
- Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday only
- Shift options include 6:00-18:30, 6:00-14:30, or a combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts based on traveler preference
- Epic charting experience preferred
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Requirements\n
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- Active MA RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required, 2-3 years preferred
- Pre/post procedural experience preferred
- Cardiac ICU experience preferred
- Skills should include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, arterial line management, and central/peripheral line care
- Experience with post cardiac angiogram, post MI, pre/post cardiac cath, sheath removal, and TR band care preferred
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
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Additional Information\n
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- Provide pre/post procedural nursing care for cardiac and vascular patients undergoing cath lab, heart/vascular, and structural heart procedures
- Monitor and manage cardiac drips and vasoactive drips (titration not required)
- Perform sheath removal and TR band management for post-cardiac catheterization patients
- Utilize rapid response and code teams as needed
- Work in a union facility with no special scheduling accommodations; must be able to work all 7 days as scheduled
- Required to complete a Pass/Fail Tele test during orientation with an 80% passing score and only one attempt allowed; failure to pass results in cancellation from the assignment
- Required to complete a Pass/Fail Medication exam during orientation
- Local candidates accepted at the same bill rate
- Must reside within a 200-mile radius of the facility
- Returning staff must have a 12-month separation from the health system before reapplying
- Up to 14 days of RTO may be submitted for review, with no RTO allowed during the first week of the assignment
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American Traveler Job ID #P-740030. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cath Lab/EP
About American Traveler\n \n
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
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With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
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American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
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With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.
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