American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/17/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
- Hours: 40 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Cath Lab position at a Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-designated teaching hospital, requiring a minimum of 2 years of Cath Lab experience and an active IL RN license.
Details
- Works in a 3-room Cardiac Cath Lab (Cath and EP) at a Level 1 Trauma Center, Level III Perinatal Center, Magnet-designated, comprehensive stroke center teaching hospital with 397 beds
- Case types include diagnostic/interventional cath (LHC/RHC, NSTEMI/STEMI, Impella, IABP, Rotoblator, CTOs/staged PCI, shockwave, temp pacers, peripheral diagnostic/intervention, loop recorders) and EP procedures (Micra, pacemakers, AICDs, lead extractions/revisions, generator changes)
- Average daily caseload of 5–15 cases per day
- 10-hour day shifts, 0700–1730
- Self-scheduling in 6-week increments with manager final approval
- On-call required: 2 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule (Saturday and/or Sunday) plus 4–5 overnight weekday call shifts per 4-week schedule
- 30-minute on-call response time required; no sleep room available
- Holiday on-call coverage may be required
- No floating required
- EMR: Epic
- Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis med dispensing, Philips hemodynamics, Merge PACS, and Philips C-arm
Requirements
- Active IL RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of Cardiac Cath Lab experience required
- Experience with moderate sedation (Versed/Fentanyl), critical drip management, and monitor/circulate functions required
- Experience with Cath and EP case types preferred (see job details for full list)
- First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
- At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN collected within the last year required for consideration
- Former employees of Advocate Health or any subsidiaries must have been separated for at least 12 months to be eligible
Additional Information
- Provide circulating and monitoring nursing care across a high-volume Cath and EP lab environment
- Department support includes a Charge RN, receptionist, hospitalist/physician available after hours, respiratory therapy, and a manager/supervisor
- Orientation consists of facility NEO plus 1 day of unit-specific orientation
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Local candidates are accepted; no radius restrictions apply
- Up to 7 days of RTO may be approved during the assignment
- A clinical interview with the manager is required
American Traveler Job ID #P-735730. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
About American Traveler
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.
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.
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.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.