Travel Cardiac Cath Lab RN - $3,265 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance

Dependent health insurance

Competitive salaries

Referral bonuses

Travel reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit/free checking

Unlimited CE credits

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel RN Cardiac Cath Lab in Bakersfield, California. This role provides specialized nursing care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and requires independent assessments, care planning, and coordination in a fast-paced environment.

The assignment runs 10-hour days, 40 hours weekly from 10/19/2026 to 01/15/2027. Candidates must hold a California RN license, have at least 3 years of nursing experience, and possess BLS and ACLS certifications, plus

Qualifications

• Valid and unrestricted California RN license.
• At least 3 years of nursing experience.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Interventional radiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization.
• Perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, and coordinate patient care.
• Work in a fast-paced environment ensuring safety and adherence to clinical standards.

Skills

California RN license

RN nursing experience

BLS

ACLS

Interventional radiology experience

Cardiac Cath Lab experience

Education

RN licensure (CA)

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Cath Lab for a travel nursing job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Cath Lab
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 10 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (CCL) Nurse role is based in a healthcare facility location. This position involves providing specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cardiac catheterization procedures. The nurse will independently perform assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, and coordinate patient care in a fast-paced environment, ensuring safety, therapeutic interventions, and adherence to clinical standards.

Job Details:

• Schedule: 10-hour day shifts, with a minimum of 40 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid and unrestricted State of California Registered Nurse (RN) license; at least 3 years of nursing experience; current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) cards; knowledge of advanced nursing theory, medical terminology, instruments, equipment, and medication effects; must have interventional radiology experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a Cardiac Cath Lab setting.
• Additional Information: Position involves comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care related to cardiac catheterization procedures. Critical thinking, team collaboration, emergency protocol activation, compliance monitoring, evidence-based practices, infection control, and thorough documentation are essential responsibilities. The role includes participating in staff meetings, competency completion, and ensuring clinical knowledge is current according to organizational standards. The assignment starts on 10/19/2026 and ends on 01/15/2027, with a typical shift of 10 hours per day.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1320656. 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: Registered Nurse / Cardiac Cath Lab

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus