Cardiac Stress Nurse
Midwest Cardiovascular Institute
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- Location
- Elmhurst, IL
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 12
- 8 days ago
Career path
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About the company
Midwest Cardiovascular Institute
Hospital & health care · 201 to 500 employees
What you'll do
- Perform and monitor stress tests, provide direct patient care and instructions, and identify and respond to adverse reactions.
- Support team training, quality improvement, community education, and CT service line needs.
What you need
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and hold a current, unencumbered RN license in the resident state.
- Requires at least two years of critical care or similar experience, BLS and ACLS certifications, and completion of assigned courses within 12 months of hire.
Key skills
IV managementMonitor/document vital signsEffective communication skillsCPR/BLS/ACLS certifications
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Perks
- Health insurance plans
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) with company match
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Educational resources
- Eight company-paid holidays
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Specific Duties
Direct Patient Care
Perform and monitor non-pharmacologic, pharmacologic, and PET stress tests in collaboration with the Nuclear Technologist.
Required Skills:
IV management (site selection, insertion, removal).
Recognition of EKG and rhythm abnormalities.
EKG prep, recording, and preliminary interpretation; report abnormalities to provider.
Monitor/document vital signs.
Identify and respond to adverse reactions under provider guidance.
Provide patient instructions on prep, diet, and medication holds 24–48 hours prior to testing.
Professional Duties
Maintain current CPR/BLS/ACLS certifications.
Participate in continuing education and maintain competency.
Attend team meetings and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Provide orientation, mentorship, and preceptorship to new team members.
Participate in community education or prevention programs as needed.
Deliver care consistent with current standards, protocols, and ethical guidelines.
Support the CT service line when needed and assist with staff training and education.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Current, unencumbered RN license in the resident state.
Minimum two (2) years critical care or similar experience required.
BLS and ACLS certifications required.
Successful completion of assigned EKG, stress testing, and cardiology courses within 12 months of hire.
Effective communication skills.
Preferred: Advanced certification in cardiology/cardiovascular nursing.
Compensation: Pay starting at $ 36.00
Company Benefits:
Choice of three health insurance plans
Dental insurance coverage
Vision insurance coverage
401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
Access to company-provided training and educational resources
Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
Eight company-paid holidays
Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents