Registered Nurse - Cardiology Stress Lab
Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services · St Louis, MO · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Role Overview
Provides direct nursing care in a stress lab setting, focusing on cardiac and critical care procedures.
Responsibilities
- Utilizes medical-surgical nursing standards to enhance patient care and quality of life.
- Establishes therapeutic relationships with patients and advocates for their individualized care plans.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates patient care using the nursing process, considering physical, cultural, social, economic, and spiritual factors.
- Collaborates with inter-professional teams, patients, and families to assess needs, set goals, and deliver holistic care.
- Communicates effectively to support informed decision-making and culturally sensitive care.
- Educates patients and families on health maintenance, comfort, and recovery strategies.
- Mentors colleagues and promotes a healthy work environment.
- Performs point-of-care testing and other assigned duties as needed.
Qualifications & Skills
- Graduate of accredited nursing program.
- Valid RN license (state-specific or compact).
- BLS certification.
- Experience with EKG interpretation, Holter monitor placement, or stress testing preferred but not required.
Physical & Professional Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform clinical tasks.
- Strong communication, observation, and critical thinking skills.