Non-Invasive Cardiology Specialist
About The Position
The Non-Invasive Cardiology Specialist is an essential member of a highly trained cardiac team that includes a Supervising Cardiologist and an ETT technician or second Cardiac Specialist. This RN works collaboratively across the continuum of care to help patients move through the system safely and efficiently while providing non-invasive diagnostic services to detect coronary artery disease. The specialist is responsible for the safe screening, administration, and recovery of adult inpatients and outpatients receiving exercise or pharmacologic cardiac stress tests under the direct or personal supervision of a Cardiologist. The role works within the team to provide a high level of customer service in a safe and supportive environment. The care delivery model prioritizes patient and family education and fosters compassion and empathy throughout cardiac stress testing.
Requirements
- Be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a BSN and a license in the state of Massachusetts.
- Have two years of critical care experience in an acute care hospital.
- Hold ACLS certification.
- Complete advanced 12-lead EKG interpretation education within the first three months of hire.
- Complete unit-based competencies within four months of hire.
- Have strong physical assessment skills.
- Have experience using an EMR.
- Practice using a patient- and family-centered care model.
- Be able to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
- Be able to function collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate across the continuum of care to help patients move through the system safely and efficiently.
- Provide non-invasive diagnostic services for detecting coronary artery disease.
- Safely screen, administer, and provide recovery for adult inpatients and outpatients receiving exercise or pharmacologic cardiac stress tests.
- Perform cardiac stress testing under the direct or personal supervision of a Cardiologist.
- Provide customer service in a safe and supportive environment.
- Prioritize patient and family education and demonstrate compassion and empathy throughout cardiac stress testing.
