First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
RN – Cath Lab | Travel Assignment
Job ID: CCA-72070
Location: Ithaca, NY
Department: Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Assignment: 11/16/2026 – 02/14/2027
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Schedule: Shift details negotiable during contract discussions
On-Call: Yes — STEMI call required
Critical Submission Guardrails
- License: Verify active New York State RN license.
- Experience: Prior Cath Lab nursing experience required; minimum years are not specified.
- Clinical Skills: Must have experience circulating and monitoring interventional cardiac catheterizations and invasive vascular procedures.
- Procedures: Experience with coronary and peripheral angiography, angioplasty, thrombectomy, and stenting.
- Call Requirement: Must be willing to take STEMI call and support 24-hour coverage.
- Schedule: Shift arrangements can be discussed during contract negotiations.
- Certifications: Not specified in the requisition; verify before submission.
Job Summary & Clinical Scope
Seeking an experienced Cath Lab RN to support inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular procedures in a hospital-based cardiac and vascular center.
- Circulate and monitor patients during interventional cardiac catheterizations and invasive vascular procedures.
- Prepare procedure rooms, supplies, and devices for coronary and peripheral interventions.
- Monitor patients’ clinical status during procedures and respond to changes or complications.
- Collaborate with cardiologists and the procedural team to maintain patient safety and efficient workflow.
- Support STEMI and emergency cardiac procedures as part of the department’s 24-hour coverage.
Unit Details
- Setting: Hospital-based cardiac and vascular services.
- Procedure Rooms: 2 invasive procedure rooms.
- Patient Population: Inpatient and outpatient.
- Coverage: 24-hour STEMI coverage.
Job ID: CCA-72070 Location: Ithaca, NY Schedule: Shift details negotiable during contract discussions
About First Connect Health
At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.
By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.
But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:
- ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
- ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
- ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
- ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.
Benefits
- Sick pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Weekly pay
- Referral bonus