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.
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Qualifications
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.