RN - Cardiac Diagnostics

About the Role

The stress testing registered nurse provides safe, high-quality nursing care within the RN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing to patients undergoing cardiac stress testing and related non-invasive cardiovascular diagnostic procedures. This role is responsible for patient assessment, preparation, monitoring, education, and clinical support before, during, and after testing. The nurse works collaboratively with cardiologists, advanced practice providers, technologists, and other members of the healthcare team to promote patient safety, procedural efficiency, accurate documentation, and timely follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Provides and facilitates competent healthcare of patients and families in area of practice.
• Ensures adherence to established standards of care and scope of practice.
• Performs advanced nursing activities, including placement of IVs and administering coronary vasodilator drugs (Lexiscan) for stress test purposes and an adenosine antagonist to shorten the duration of increased coronary blood flow induced by the coronary vasodilator (Lexiscan).
• Ensures documentation of care is complete and accurate.
• Provides health and wellness education to individuals and groups.
• Acts as preceptor and supports the development of other staff and healthcare students.
• Provides leadership for initiatives designed to improve the quality of care or clinical outcomes.
• Assists Nursing Supervisor/coordinator in the development of departmental standing orders.
• Applies Holter/Event monitors.
• Performs EKG.
• Performs stress testing, including monitoring and identification of changes in cardiac rhythms, vital signs, symptoms, and patient response during testing and implementation of appropriate interventions.
• Administers intravenous medications and fluids.
• Collaborates with providers and diagnostic staff to respond to abnormal findings, complications, or emergency situations.

Requirements

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days – American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 1 year – American Heart Association (AHA).
• College Diploma in Nursing.
• More than 2 years of RN experience, with specific cardiac experience.

About Us

At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College.

Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

Pay

The compensation range for this position is $35.87 per hour to $58.37 per hour. The actual compensation offered will depend on factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.

Benefits

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.