Job Opportunity – Cardiac Catheterization Lab RN – West Virginia
Start Date: November 30, 2026
Location: West Virginia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 4x10 hour shifts, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM with on-call rotation. Daily caseload of 8-10 cases per clinician. On-call includes 2-3 weekday nights from 7:00 PM to 6:30 AM (second call) and approximately one weekend rotation every 4-5 weeks (Friday 7:00 PM through Monday 6:30 AM). First and second call rotate every 12 hours. 2-hour call-back minimum. Guaranteed 36 hours per week.
Highlights:
- Level IV Trauma Center and major teaching hospital with 838 staffed beds
- Comprehensive Cath Lab experience including diagnostic, interventional, and structural procedures
- Cerner charting system; 16 hours of orientation provided
- Responsibilities include circulating in the lab, moderate sedation, patient assessment, medications, and pre/post-op care
- Minimal floating; clinicians typically remain in Cath Lab setting
- Free parking and scrubs provided for traveling professionals
Requirements:
- Active West Virginia or Compact State RN license (pending license accepted for submission, but active WV license must be in hand prior to start date)
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Minimum 1 year of Cath Lab experience with competency in all aspects of diagnostic and interventional procedures, including structural cases
- Previous travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
- BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA)
- ARRT registration required (Note: RCIS certification is not considered licensed for Cath Lab practice in West Virginia)
- Minimum of 2 Manager or Charge Nurse references from the past 2 years
- Permanent address must be at least 100 miles from the facility (75-99 miles may be considered with approval)
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
Join a high-volume Cath Lab at a premier teaching hospital where you'll utilize advanced skills across the full spectrum of cardiac interventions. This role offers the opportunity to work with a collaborative 10-team rotation in a well-resourced environment that supports both professional growth and exceptional patient outcomes. With structured scheduling, minimal floating, and comprehensive on-call support, this position provides the ideal balance of clinical challenge and work-life predictability.
Additional Information:
- Flu vaccination required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccination not required
- One pre-approved time off request permitted
- Non-billable facility modules required prior to start date (average completion time: 2-6 hours)
- Orientation held every other Thursday
- Full credentialing file due by noon Monday prior to start date