Travel Cardiac Cath Lab RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Chicago, Illinois.

• Specialty:
  Cardiac Cath Lab
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Cath Lab position requiring 2+ years of cath lab experience and an active IL RN license.

• Cardiac Cath Lab unit with 3 procedure rooms performing Cath and EP cases
• Case types include diagnostic/interventional cath, LHC/RHC, NSTEMI/STEMI, Impella, IABPs, Rotoblator, CTOs/staged PCI, shockwave, temp pacers, peripheral diagnostic/intervention, loop recorders, and EP procedures such as Micra, pacemaker, AICD, lead extractions/revisions, and generator changes
• Average daily caseload of 5-15 cases
• 10-hour day shifts from
• On-call required including weekend rotation (2 shifts per 4-week schedule) and 4-5 weekday overnight call shifts per 4-week schedule
• 30-minute call response time with no sleep room available
• No floating required
• Schedule made in 6-week increments with self-scheduling and manager approval

• Active IL RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of Cath Lab experience required
• Minimum 12 months of core specialty experience with the most recent experience within the last year
• Experience with moderate sedation using Versed/Fentanyl and critical drip management preferred
• Experience monitoring and circulating cases across listed procedure types preferred
• EPIC EMR experience required
• At least one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN
• Candidate's middle name/initial, date of birth, and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration

• Responsibilities include monitoring and circulating cath and EP procedures and managing critical drips during cases
• Support team includes a Charge RN who participates in cases, receptionist, hospitalist/physician availability after hours, respiratory therapy, and unit management
• Orientation includes facility NEO and 1 day on the unit
• Scrubs are provided
• Level 1 Trauma Center, Level III Perinatal Center, teaching hospital with Magnet designation and comprehensive stroke center
• Holiday coverage may include on-call possibility
• RTO approval permitted for up to 7 days
• First-time travelers will not be accepted for this role
• Former employees of Advocate Health or its subsidiaries must be separated at least 12 months before being eligible for travel assignment
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate with no radius restrictions

American Traveler Job  #P-772411. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

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.