RN - Cardiac Imaging

Aura Health; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aura Health in Highland Park, IL is seeking a Registered Nurse, Cardiac Imaging to perform stress testing, develop individualized care plans, and provide thorough patient assessments.

You will educate patients on disease management, medications, and emergency care, and collaborate with families and the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes. The role supports quality and research activities and ensures HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Experience in cardiac imaging or stress testing preferred.
• Strong critical thinking and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct stress tests, assess and plan patient care, communicate with healthcare team.
• Educate patients on disease management, medications, and emergency care.
• Support staff and participate in quality and research activities.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and assist with patient transport as needed.

Skills

Strong critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

Position:

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Imaging

Location:

Highland Park, Rapid Consulting Center

Role Overview:

Perform stress testing, develop and evaluate individualized care plans, and provide comprehensive patient assessment. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes. Educate patients on disease management, emergency care, and medications, tailoring instruction to cultural and learning needs. Support professional development of colleagues and contribute to performance improvement and research activities. Assist technical staff with procedures like contrast injections and IV management, and provide psychological support to patients. Ensure compliance with HIPAA and assist with patient transport when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Experience in Cardiac Imaging; prior stress testing experience preferred
• Strong critical thinking skills

Key Duties:

Conduct stress tests, assess and plan patient care, communicate with healthcare team, educate patients, support staff, participate in quality and research activities, and maintain compliance with regulations.