Rn Cardiac Stress Testing - Doylestown, United States - Doylestown Health
Description
Nonexempt position responsible for safely supervising cardiac stress testing in both the in-patient and out-patient setting.- Assess patients for absolute contraindications to stress testing via preparticipation screen to include risk stratification and past medical history; Knowledgeable of criteria necessitating physician review prior to testing.
- Recognize indications for early termination of an exercise or pharmacological stress test; demonstrates the critical care skills and knowledge needed for responding to cardiac emergencies during and after stress testing.
- Lead comprehensive exercise tolerance and stress testing using a variety of test protocols. Demonstrates thorough working knowledge of the operation, skill in use and troubleshooting comprehensive stress testing equipment including, exercise testing system (treadmill, bicycle, and ECG monitor), defibrillator, pulse oximeter, sphygmomanometer, and oxygen.
- Document and communicate preliminary test results including ECG interpretation, hemodynamic evaluation, and symptomology with finalized report completed by physician. Communicate with external referring physician base and patients as directed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, RN.
- Experience: Cardiac/telemetry experience required. Critical Care experience strongly preferred. Twofive years of experience in comprehensive graded exercise and pharmacological stress testing, preferred.
- ACLS
- BCLS
- Other Skills: EMR Knowledge (E-Clinical Works Experience preferred but not required)
Pay:
$ $50.00 per hour
Expected hours:
No more than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Cardiology
Physical setting:
- Inpatient
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Signing bonus
Weekly schedule:
- 5x Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Doylestown, PA 18901: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
In person
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