Job description
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab
Location: Houston, TX
Start Date: 09-14-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Day shift, 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Schedule includes one full weekend and two weekdays per four-week cycle, with on-call coverage.
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Perform and assist with left and right heart catheterizations, pacemaker/ICD placements, Watchman procedures, and EP ablations (PFA).
- Monitor hemodynamic status and administer moderate sedation during interventional procedures.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes.
- Prepare and maintain equipment, including Phillips and Siemens fluoroscopy systems.
- Document procedures accurately using MERGE Hemo and Meditech Expanse EMR systems.
- Provide pre- and post-procedure care to patients in the cardiac cath lab.
Qualifications
- Current RN license in Texas or a compact state (required).
- BLS and ACLS certifications (required).
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a cardiac cath lab or interventional radiology.
- Experience with electrophysiology procedures preferred.
- Ability to work 12-hour day shifts, including weekends and on-call.
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, hemodynamics, and interventional procedures.
- Proficiency with Phillips and Siemens fluoroscopy equipment.
- Familiarity with cath lab documentation systems (MERGE Hemo) and hospital EMR (Meditech Expanse).
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- Flexibility to adapt to varying case loads and procedures.
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend to make your stay comfortable
- Travel reimbursement for your journey to Houston
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Life Insurance
- A supportive team that values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Houston, TX
Discover Space Center Houston, enjoy the vibrant Museum District, and explore beautiful parks like Hermann Park and Buffalo Bayou Park. Take a weekend trip to Galveston beaches or enjoy the diverse culinary scene. Houston has something for everyone!
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Cardiac Cath Lab? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.