RN Cardiology

Performs Treadmill and Nuclear Stress Testing. Conducts initial patient interview and makes preliminary assessment of test data. Prepares study for physician interpretation. Works closely with physicians and Cardiac Rehab/Cardiology Supervisor to assure accurate and timely test results. The Cardiology RN shall have the ability to provide care to adult and geriatric patients.
na Requirements: EDUCATION:
Minimum:

• Graduate of approved school of registered professional nursing.

Preferred:

• BSN
  

LICENSE:
Minimum:

• NYS RN license
  

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:
Minimum:

• BLS and ACLS required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.
• CPR certification.
  

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Minimum:

• Two years of patient care experience.
• Recent experience in arrhythmia recognition and cardiology.

Preferred:

• ICU or Cardiology nursing experience, and/or experience with stress testing.
  

SKILLS:
Minimum:

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral) and organizational skills.
• Computer literacy
• Moderate sedation competency within six months of hire into this position.

Preferred:

• Experience with Microsoft Office products, electronic medical record and/or Meditech.

Shift: Day Shift
Compensation: $40.71-$44.92