Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced Diagnostic Cardiology RN with cardiac stress testing expertise for a 13-week assignment requiring TN or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Non-Invasive Cardiology unit performing diagnostic cardiac testing procedures
• Schedule options include 4x10-hour shifts (6:00 AM-4:30 PM, rotating day off) or 5x8-hour shifts (7:00 AM-3:30 PM), negotiable
• Rotating weekend coverage required
• No on-call requirements and no holiday coverage required
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Active RN license (TN or compact required)
• BLS certification (AHA required)
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of experience required
• Cardiac nursing experience required
• Previous cardiac stress testing experience required, including modalities such as Nuclear Medicine, Dobutamine, Cardiac MRI, CCTA, and Exercise/Treadmill stress testing
• Strong cardiac rhythm recognition and ECG interpretation skills
• Experience administering and monitoring medications used during cardiac testing
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and communication skills
• Nursys license verification within 30 days prior to start required
• Current license and primary source verification within 30 days prior to start required
• US Social Security Number and US home address required

Additional Information

• Perform pre-procedure patient assessments and ensure proper preparation for testing
• Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and patient response throughout stress testing procedures
• Administer medications according to established protocols and provider orders
• Assist with Nuclear Medicine, Dobutamine, MRI, CCTA, and other non-invasive cardiac testing procedures
• Recognize abnormal findings or adverse patient responses and initiate appropriate interventions
• Collaborate with cardiologists, imaging staff, Nuclear Medicine, and cardiovascular team members
• Provide patient education regarding testing procedures, expectations, and post-procedure instructions
• Ideal candidate is comfortable working independently in a fast-paced diagnostic environment
• Local candidates accepted, though a radius rule may apply and could affect pay rate
• Begin discussing extension with manager approximately 45 days before assignment end date