Cardiac Stress Nurse

Signature Healthcare • East Bridgewater, MA

63d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Cardiologists perform cardiac stress testing including regular, persantine, dobutamine, and cardiac stress echos. Additionally the position requires arranging for hospitalization for positive test results. Perform cardiac stress testing as directed by physician. Review charts for compliance for test required. Explain procedures to patients/provide patient education. Initiate IV placement as needed. Order supplies. Administer and document medications as ordered. Acquire patient history. Perform billing duties.

Requirements

• Current RN/LPN licensure by the Massachusetts State Board of Nursing
• Current ACLS certification
• Previous EKG interpretation experience

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac stress testing
• Arrange for hospitalization for positive test results
• Review charts for compliance for test required
• Explain procedures to patients/provide patient education
• Initiate IV placement as needed
• Order supplies
• Administer and document medications as ordered
• Acquire patient history
• Perform billing duties

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees