Cardiac Stress Nurse

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans (3 options)

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability coverage (short-term & long

Life insurance for you & family

Training & education resources

Annual merit-based raises

Holidays (8 days)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute in Illinois is seeking an experienced registered nurse to perform and monitor a variety of stress tests in collaboration with the Nuclear Technologist. The role requires current RN licensure, 2+ years of critical care experience, and CPR/BLS/ACLS certifications.

The nurse will maintain certifications, participate in education and quality initiatives, and mentor new staff while delivering care aligned with current standards and cardiology protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in the resident state.
• Minimum two (2) years critical care or similar experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Effective communication skills.
• Preferred: Advanced certification in cardiology/cardiovascular nursing.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor non-pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and PET stress tests in collaboration with the Nuclear Technologist.
• Maintain CPR/BLS/ACLS certifications and ongoing education.
• Attend team meetings and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide orientation, mentorship, and preceptorship to new team members.
• Deliver care consistent with current standards, protocols, and ethical guidelines.

Skills

EKG interpretation

IV management

Vital signs monitoring

Adverse reaction management

Cardiology knowledge

Education

RN nursing degree

Tools

None

Job description

• Perform and monitor non-pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and PET stress tests in collaboration with the Nuclear Technologist.
• Required Skills:
• IV management (site selection, insertion, removal).
• Recognition of EKG and rhythm abnormalities.
• EKG prep, recording, and preliminary interpretation; report abnormalities to provider.
• Monitor/document vital signs.
• Identify and respond to adverse reactions under provider guidance.
• Provide patient instructions on prep, diet, and medication holds 24–48 hours prior to testing.
  

Specific Duties

Direct Patient Care

• Perform and monitor non-pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and PET stress tests in collaboration with the Nuclear Technologist.
• Required Skills:
  • IV management (site selection, insertion, removal).
  • Recognition of EKG and rhythm abnormalities.
  • EKG prep, recording, and preliminary interpretation; report abnormalities to provider.
  • Monitor/document vital signs.
  • Identify and respond to adverse reactions under provider guidance.
  • Provide patient instructions on prep, diet, and medication holds 24–48 hours prior to testing.
    

Professional Duties

• Maintain current CPR/BLS/ACLS certifications.
• Participate in continuing education and maintain competency.
• Attend team meetings and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide orientation, mentorship, and preceptorship to new team members.
• Participate in community education or prevention programs as needed.
• Deliver care consistent with current standards, protocols, and ethical guidelines.
• Support the CT service line when needed and assist with staff training and education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, unencumbered RN license in the resident state.
• Minimum two (2) years critical care or similar experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Successful completion of assigned EKG, stress testing, and cardiology courses within 12 months of hire.
• Effective communication skills.
• Preferred: Advanced certification in cardiology/cardiovascular nursing.

Compensation

Pay starting at $ 36.00

Company Benefits

• 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