Cardiology Stress Lab RN – Clinical Leader

Capital Medical Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Medical Group, part of Independence Physician Management, seeks an experienced RN to lead Stress Lab and ambulatory cardiology services in the Washington, DC area. You will coordinate patient care, triage, educate, and perform essential nursing duties in a fast-paced cardiovascular setting.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, teamwork, and high-quality patient service, with collaboration across physicians and clinical staff to support stress testing and continuum of care for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• ASN required.
• BSN preferred.
• Current DC RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS certification preferred or required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Stress Technician with daily Stress Lab operations and patient flow.
• Prepare and assess patients prior to cardiac stress testing procedures.
• Monitor patients during stress testing and report significant findings to the provider.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to ensure safe and effective testing procedures.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations that may arise during testing.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and patient evaluations.
• Conduct patient triage in person and over the phone, utilizing clinical judgment to determine appropriate care and escalation.
• Review patient symptoms and communicate findings to physicians and providers.
• Administer medications and injections in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.
• Perform venipuncture, laboratory specimen collection, and related nursing procedures.
• Adhere to medication administration safety standards and the "Five Rights" of medication administration.
• Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and clinical procedures.
• Document patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within the electronic medical record.
• Review and update patient medical records and care plans.
• Provide patient education regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, and lifestyle modifications.
• Educate patients regarding pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions.
• Communicate laboratory results, diagnostic findings, and provider recommendations as directed.
• Coordinate patient follow-up care, referrals, and specialty appointments.
• Serve as a resource for patients and families regarding cardiac testing and treatment plans.
• Follow up with patients to ensure continuity of care and compliance with provider recommendations.

Skills

Assessment

Critical thinking

Communication

Organizational skills

Patient service

Nursing documentation

Cardiology knowledge

EMR experience

Education

ASN

BSN (preferred)

Job description

Capital Medical Group, part of Independence Physician Management, seeks an experienced RN to lead Stress Lab and ambulatory cardiology services in the Washington, DC area. You will coordinate patient care, triage, educate, and perform essential nursing duties in a fast-paced cardiovascular setting.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, teamwork, and high-quality patient service, with collaboration across physicians and clinical staff to support stress testing and continuum of care for