Staff RN, Cardiology Stress Lab (Full-Time)

Northside Hospital Inc.; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. in Cumming, Georgia is hiring a Cardiology Stress Lab Nurse who specializes in the care and management of cardiology procedures. Key responsibilities include monitoring patients during stress tests and emergencies, and managing pre- and post-procedure care. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited nursing school, hold an RN license in Georgia, and be certified in BLS. Preferred qualifications include a BSN and two years of nursing experience. Rotating weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed as a RN in Georgia in good standing without limitations.
• Certified in American Heart Association’s Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Specializes in care and management of pre- and post non-invasive cardiology procedures.
• Monitors and participates in treatments for patients undergoing stress tests.
• Observes electrocardiograph for rhythm changes and monitors blood pressure.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)

Patient monitoring

Post non-invasive cardiology procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

BSN degree

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Cardiology Stress Lab Nurse specializes in the care and management of pre- and post non-invasive cardiology procedures of adult and geriatric patients. The nurse will also monitor and participate in treatments for patients undergoing stress tests, cardioversions and transesophogeal echocardiograms. Observes electrocardiograph for rhythm changes. Monitors blood pressure and observes for patient adverse reactions to procedures.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Licensed as a RN in the State of Georgia in good standing without limitations.
• Must hold Certified in American Heart Association’s Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED:

• BSN degree
• Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN).
• Additional Life Support credential (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications in specific units.
• Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units.

Work Hours

0800-1630

Weekend Requirements

Yes- Rotating Basis