RN Lead — Cardiac Stress Testing

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance plans

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Training and education opportunities

Job summary

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute in Naperville, IL seeks a graduate RN with leadership experience to oversee the Stress Testing department. The role requires current IL RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years in critical care or cardiology, plus education in EKG and stress testing.

You will mentor staff, coordinate daily workflow, ensure patient safety, and maintain regulatory compliance while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, unrestricted RN license in Illinois.
• Minimum of two years in critical care, emergency, cardiology, or similar.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Completion of EKG, stress testing, and cardiology education within 12 months.
• Advanced cardiology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic stress tests with Nuclear Medicine Tech and supervising provider.
• IV site selection, insertion, management, and removal.
• Educate patients on preparation, restrictions, medication holds, and post-procedure expectations.
• Recognize EKG and cardiac rhythm abnormalities and report findings promptly.
• Prepare, obtain, and review EKG tracings; monitor vitals throughout testing.
• Respond to adverse events under physician direction; ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Maintain documentation per policies and regulatory standards.
• Support CT service line and cross-functional clinical operations.
• Provide daily leadership and clinical oversight for the Stress Testing department.
• Coordinate workflow, staffing, scheduling, and clinic operations for efficient care.
• Mentor, coach, and guide nursing and clinical staff; assist with onboarding and education.
• Promote adherence to protocols, infection prevention, and regulatory standards.
• Monitor quality indicators and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to optimize patient care and departmental efficiency.
• Participate in recruitment, interviewing, and staffing recommendations.
• Coordinate continuing education and ensure certifications are maintained.
• Support accreditation surveys and departmental audits.
• Address patient concerns and assist with service recovery promptly.
• Provide leadership coverage in manager/ director absence.

Skills

Registered Nurse (RN)

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Leadership Experience

Critical Care/Cardiology Experience

EKG Interpretation

Communication Skills

Education

Nursing degree (RN program)

Job description

Midwest Cardiovascular Institute in Naperville, IL seeks a graduate RN with leadership experience to oversee the Stress Testing department. The role requires current IL RN license, BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years in critical care or cardiology, plus education in EKG and stress testing.

You will mentor staff, coordinate daily workflow, ensure patient safety, and maintain regulatory compliance while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.