Cardiology RN - Senior

UT Health San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking a Cardiology Registered Nurse – Senior to provide expert care for patients undergoing cardiac stress testing in inpatient and outpatient settings. You will oversee pre/post-stress procedures, monitor EKGs, and coordinate care with physicians and staff.

The role emphasizes clinical leadership, education, and acting as a system-wide nursing resource to advance cardiac care excellence and evidence-based practice.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing is required.
• Five (5) years of Cardiology RN experience, stress testing preferred.
• Expert knowledge of cardiac nursing practices, telemetry, and cardiovascular care.
• Proficient in EKG interpretation and rhythm analysis.
• Strong communication and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care for cardiac patients during pre-/post-stress testing and monitoring.
• Interpret EKGs and rhythms; respond to arrhythmias.
• Administer cardiovascular medications safely per guidelines.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, procedures, medications, and self-care.
• Maintain EMR documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Mentor peers and support clinical decision-making.

Skills

Cardiology nursing

EKG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Clinical judgment

Communication

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The Cardiology RN –Senior provides expert, specialized care for patients undergoing cardiac stress testing in both outpatient and inpatient settings. The duties include Exercise ECG Testing, TEE, Stress Echocardiography, and Stress Radionuclide Cardiac Imaging. Supports diagnostic procedures by applying clinical expertise in cardiovascular care, patient assessment, and response management. Monitors cardiac stress tests, identifies and responds to changes in patient condition. Ensures adherence to safety protocols and evidence-based care standards. Key responsibilities also include preparing patient charts, coordinating admissions and discharges, conducting pre-procedure education, and ensuring seamless transitions throughout the continuum of care. Functions as a leader and serves as a system-wide consultant to staff, and participates in endeavors to increase nursing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert nursing care for cardiac patients, including pre- and post-stress testing, continuous monitoring, and cardiovascular interventions.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and prioritize care based on acuity, patient condition, and procedural requirements.
• Interpret EKGs and cardiac rhythms, identifying arrhythmias and initiating appropriate responses in urgent or emergent situations.
• Administer cardiovascular medications safely and monitor patient responses in accordance with current evidence-based guidelines.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, technicians, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver coordinated, high-quality care.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to peers, offering guidance on cardiac nursing practices and clinical decision-making.
• Educate patients and families about cardiac conditions, procedures, medications, and self-care practices to promote understanding and adherence.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and independent decision-making while maintaining accountability and fostering a respectful team environment.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) and utilize clinical systems efficiently.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, unit-based projects, or committees that support cardiac care excellence.
• Demonstrate adaptability in a dynamic environment, responding to changing priorities, schedules, or patient needs.
• Uphold professional standards of compassionate, culturally competent, patient- and family-centered care.
• Stay current with developments in cardiology and nursing practice through ongoing education and professional development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of cardiac nursing practices, including stress testing protocols, telemetry monitoring, and cardiovascular patient care.
• Strong clinical understanding of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and common cardiac conditions.
• Proficient in EKG interpretation, rhythm analysis, and early identification of arrhythmias or cardiac distress.
• Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking in high-acuity, fast-paced environments.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams.
• Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and prioritization of complex clinical tasks.
• Delivers compassionate, patient- and family-centered care while maintaining professionalism and empathy.
• Actively engaged in continued education and evidence-based cardiology nursing practices.
• Self-directed and accountable, with the ability to function independently while fostering team trust and respect.
• Flexible, adaptable, and responsive to changing priorities or emergent clinical needs.
• Exercises sound judgment in clinical decision-making and interactions with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Associates Degree in Nursing is required.

Required Skills

Five (5) years of experience as a Cardiology Registered Nurse required; experience in cardiology stress test is preferred.