RN (Cardiology)

UHS•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Stress Lab provides professional nursing care and clinical support within the Stress Lab and ambulatory cardiology practice. The RN works closely with the Lead Stress Technician, physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, high-quality patient care. Responsibilities span patient triage and education, medication administration, clinical procedures, provider communications, and coordination of care. The ideal candidate is organized and adaptable, and can work in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining excellent patient service and clinical excellence. Capital Medical Group is a physician practice group within Independence Physician Management, a subsidiary of UHS. It serves patients across the Washington, DC area and the DMV, supporting more than 50 medical and surgical specialties through a network that includes GW Hospital, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center, GW Urgent Care, and affiliated sites. The organization emphasizes service excellence, professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and process improvement. Capital Medical Group is committed to equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia.
Current BLS certification required.
ACLS certification preferred or required within six months of hire.
Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication, organizational, and patient service skills.
Proficiency in nursing documentation and care coordination.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Minimum two years of clinical nursing experience preferred.
Cardiology, stress testing, ambulatory care, or outpatient clinic experience strongly preferred.
Experience with patient triage, injections, phlebotomy, and patient education preferred.
Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
Knowledge of cardiac procedures, stress testing, and ambulatory nursing practices preferred.
ACLS certification preferred, with certification required within six months of hire if not already held.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Stress Technician with daily Stress Lab operations and patient flow.
Prepare and assess patients before cardiac stress testing, monitor them during testing, report significant findings to providers, complete required documentation, collaborate with clinical staff, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and patient evaluations.
Triage patients in person and by phone, using clinical judgment to determine appropriate care and escalation.
Review patient symptoms and communicate findings to physicians and providers.
Administer medications and injections according to physician orders and nursing standards, following the Five Rights of medication administration.
Perform venipuncture, laboratory specimen collection, and related nursing procedures.
Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and clinical procedures.
Accurately document patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical record; review and update patient records and care plans.
Educate patients about medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, lifestyle modifications, and pre- and post-procedure instructions.
Communicate laboratory results, diagnostic findings, and provider recommendations as directed.
Coordinate follow-up care, referrals, and specialty appointments; follow up with patients to support continuity of care and compliance with recommendations.
Serve as a resource for patients and families regarding cardiac testing and treatment plans.
Respond promptly and professionally to provider messages and patient communications.
Schedule appointments, diagnostic testing, and procedures as needed; complete requisitions and clinical documentation accurately.
Fax reports, medical records, and clinical documentation when required.
Order, monitor, and maintain clinical supplies, linens, and equipment inventory; keep examination rooms and clinical areas stocked and ready for care.
Support clinic operations and assist in other clinical areas as needed, demonstrating flexibility within the department.
Comply with nursing standards, organizational policies, HIPAA regulations, and patient safety requirements; follow clinic dress code standards.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities, foster positive relationships, and maintain current nursing knowledge and competencies related to cardiology and stress testing.