Jobs · Healthcare · Louisiana

RN

Cardiovascular Institute of the South · Baton Rouge, LA · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time

What We Offer

  • Choice of three health insurance plans
  • Dental insurance coverage
  • Vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
  • Access to company-provided training and educational resources
  • Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
  • Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
  • Eight company-paid holidays
  • Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
  • Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents

About The Role

Perform and supervise cardiac stress testing, with the majority of the testing focused on PET/CT scans in collaboration with providers and Nuclear Technologists. Provide holistic, professional nursing care to cardiology patients under physician supervision. Support diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures, including stress testing and EKGs. Serve as a clinical leader and resource within the cardiology clinic setting. Ensure safe, high-quality patient care in alignment with state nursing regulations and clinical standards.

How You'll Drive Our Mission Forward

  • Assess, monitor, and document patient status, including vital signs, EKGs, and response to stress agents
  • Identify and respond to adverse patient reactions and initiate emergency measures when needed
  • Educate patients and families on procedures, medications, dietary restrictions, and follow-up care
  • Accurately document all patient encounters, treadmill reports, and clinical findings in the EHR
  • Act as a liaison among patients, physicians, ancillary staff, and departments to promote coordinated care
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and community outreach efforts
  • Uphold ethical decision-making, patient advocacy, and evidence-based cardiology practice

What Makes You a Great Match

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an active, unencumbered RN license
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
  • Strong knowledge of EKG interpretation, rhythm abnormalities, and cardiology procedures
  • Proficient in IV initiation, venipuncture, and medication administration
  • Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team
  • Commitment to continuing education and professional development
  • Preferred: Advanced cardiology/cardiovascular certification and two years of critical care experience

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