Cardiac Diagnostic RN

Mass General Brigham; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 53,326 - 76,084; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a skilled and patient-focused Cardiac Diagnostic Nurse (RN) to perform cardiac stress testing, including exercise treadmill tests and pharmacologic stress testing. Candidates must have strong cardiac assessment skills and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies while ensuring patient safety.

This part-time position requires working 32 hours per week, primarily Tuesday through Friday, offering a pay range of $38.71 to $55.23 per hour, with work in outpatient or hospital settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program required.
• Current RN licensure in MA, will require NH license within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in cardiac, telemetry, or critical care nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with cardiac stress testing.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and accurate diagnostic outcomes.
• Respond effectively to cardiac emergencies.

Skills

Cardiac assessment skills

Advanced ECG interpretation

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient education skills

Education

Registered Nursing (RN) program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Cardiac Stress Testing Certification

Job description

Site

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and patient-focused Cardiac Diagnostic Nurse (RN) to join our cardiology team. In this role, the RN will perform and assist with cardiac stress testing, including exercise treadmill tests (ETTs) and pharmacologic stress testing, in support of nuclear cardiology examinations. The ideal candidate will possess strong cardiac assessment skills, advanced ECG interpretation abilities, and the clinical expertise to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accurate diagnostic outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program required.
• Current RN licensure in MA, will require NH license within 6 months of hire.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.
• Advanced ECG interpretation skills required.
• Cardiac Stress Testing Certification preferred, if applicable.

Experience

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in cardiac, telemetry, or critical care nursing preferred.
• Prior experience with exercise treadmill testing (ETT), nuclear stress testing, or non‑invasive cardiology strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Proficiency in ECG rhythm interpretation and recognition of ischemic changes.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in high‑acuity or emergency situations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Additional Job Details

• Work environment: outpatient or hospital‑based cardiology setting.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to respond quickly during emergencies and assist patients during exercise testing.
• Occasional lifting, positioning, or assisting patients as needed.

Schedule & Compensation

• Part‑time, 32 hours per week.
• Schedule: Tuesday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
• Location: 1 Parkway, Haverhill, MA; future coverage at Salem, NH by fall 2026.
• Pay range: $38.71 – $55.23 per hour.
• Employee type: Regular.
• Grade: MGRNMETRO2.

EEO Statement

6010 Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.