Registered Nurse-Cardiac Non-Invasive Stress Testing

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Sentara Cardiology Specialists Kempsville in Norfolk, VA seeks a Full-Time Day Shift Registered Nurse for Cardiac Non-Invasive Stress Testing. The RN will assess, prepare, educate, monitor, and document patients undergoing stress testing, coordinating with Cardiologists and care teams.

The role emphasizes patient safety, adherence to protocols, and high-quality, compassionate care in an ambulatory setting. Relevant certifications and licensure are required or pursued within defined timelines.

Qualifications

• RN license active in state of practice.
• NCLEX-RN examination required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing care in ambulatory cardiac non-invasive stress testing.
• Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and post-test care.
• Monitor patient status before, during, and after testing and document in EHR.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Vital signs monitoring

Patient education

Emergency response

Documentation in EHR

Education

Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing

BSN (Preferred)

Job description

SMG Cardiology Specialists Kempsville are seeking to hire a Full-Time Day Shift, Registered Nurse-Cardiac Non-Invasive Stress Testing in Norfolk Virginia.

Job Profile Summary

Sentara is a career destination for professional nursing. The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive, patient-centered care in the ambulatory cardiac non-invasive stress testing setting. The RN is responsible for patient assessment, preparation, education, monitoring, stress medication administration, emergency response, and documentation in the electronic health record. The nurse monitors patients before, during, and after testing; recognizes and communicates changes in clinical condition; and initiates appropriate escalation according to established protocols. The RN collaborates within an interdisciplinary team of Cardiologists, advanced practice providers, technologists, and other members of the care team to support safe testing and coordinated care, ensuring quality outcomes and adherence to evidence-basedpractice.

Description

The Registered Nurse will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to a diverse patient population. Your responsibilities will encompass all aspects of patient care, including conducting thorough assessments, designing and implementing personalized care plans, administering medications and treatments, and evaluating patient responses to interventions. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity throughout the treatment process.

In this role, you will educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health. You will monitor and record vital signs, observe changes in patient conditions, and respond promptly with appropriate interventions. Utilizing sound clinical judgment, you will address complex health situations, consult with medical team members as needed, and document all care in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

The RN is expected to uphold the highest standards of patient safety, adhere to evidence-based protocols, and contribute to a supportive and empathetic environment. As a patient advocate, you will work tirelessly to ensure each patient’s comfort, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and a sense of security. This role demands a commitment to continuous learning, adaptability to evolving healthcare practices, and dedication to promoting the mission and values of the healthcare organization. Responsible for performing competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. Possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by clinical area(s). Exhibits sound knowledge and understanding of routine nursing procedures and RN and LPN scope of practice.

Minimum Required Education

• Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
• Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN (Preferred)

Minimum Required Experience

• None required
• One to two years of ambulatory, clinic, or cardiac non-invasive testing experience preferred.

Minimum Required Certification/ Licensure

• Current state RN license is required. Successful completion of the NCLEX-RN examination is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days.
• CV-BC Cardiac-Vascular Nursing or AMB-BC Ambulatory Care Nursingcertification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) preferred.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $41.93 - $61.01 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.