Cardiac Stress Nurse

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three health insurance plans

Dental insurance coverage

Vision insurance coverage

401(k) with company match

Company-paid disability coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Access to educational resources

Annual merit-based performance increases

Eight company-paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute in Naperville, Illinois is seeking a Direct Patient Care Registered Nurse. In this role, you will conduct stress tests and monitor patients while providing critical care and handling medical emergencies.

The ideal candidate must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, possess a current RN license, and hold BLS and ACLS certifications. This position offers a starting pay of $36.00 per hour along with extensive health benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years critical care or similar experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• Successful completion of EKG, stress testing, and cardiology courses within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor non-pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and PET stress tests.
• Identify and respond to adverse reactions under provider guidance.
• Provide orientation, mentorship, and preceptorship to new team members.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Recognition of EKG and rhythm abnormalities

IV management

Monitor vital signs

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing

Current RN license

Job description

Direct Patient Care

• Perform and monitor non‑pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and PET stress tests in collaboration with the Nuclear Technologist.
• IV management (site selection, insertion, removal).
• Recognition of EKG and rhythm abnormalities.
• EKG prep, recording, and preliminary interpretation; report abnormalities to provider.
• Monitor/documen 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