Stress Test RN

Location: Lisle

Hours: Part Time; 2-3 days weekly Monday-Friday 5:00pm-9:00pm

Good enough isn’t for us. Duly Health and Care’s team members show up every day driven to exceed expectations. We see and support the remarkable in every person within and beyond the walls of our work.

Duly Health and Care works to understand what matters most to you. We recruit and retain team members who share a relentless passion and pride for helping others live happier and healthier lives. We invest in helping our team members develop their talents in a way that is rich in personal meaning. We invite you to join us, fulfill your purpose and make your mark

Holistic benefits designed to help our team members flourish in all aspects of their lives, including:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug benefits that include medical coverage at 100% (after deductible) when utilizing a Duly provider.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• 12 Weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members.
• 401(k) Match
• Profit-sharing program

Responsibilities

Are you ready to challenge the expected to deliver the extraordinary?

Under general supervision, provides high quality support to physicians in meeting the medical needs of the patient. Performs Exercise and/or Pharmacological Nuclear Stress tests and stress studies under the Direct Supervision of the Supervising Cardiologist.

The Journeys and Adventures that Await

• Performs stress testing per departmental and Supervising Physician's protocol. Supports the Nuclear Medicine program by performing nuclear, regular and pharmacological stress tests. Assists with Dobutamine Stress Echo, Definity/Echo contrast, and Echo Bubble Studies
• Assess baseline ECG, blood pressure, and explain stress procedure to patient
• Screen patient for indications and contraindications to stress test ordered and notify Supervising Physician if needed
• Monitor ECG, blood pressure, patient symptoms (if any) throughout exam per protocol by the Supervising Physician
• Records blood pressure as required and continuously monitors the patient and ECG monitor during the procedure and recovery period
• Notify Supervising Physician of changes or upon completion of exam to review data prior to patient discharge from clinic
• Initiate IV and administer IV, PO and SL agents as directed by Supervising Physician
• General staff nursing
• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms and readies them for physicians; takes vital signs, records medical history/symptoms, ensures medical chart/lab test results are available and complete
• Performs telephone triage, patient education, handling of physician phone calls, pharmacy calls; scheduling cardiac procedures; may assist by calling to set up appointments or arrange hospital tests or admissions
• Administers immunizations and minor treatments as prescribed; records and documents all such activities in the chart
• Dose Coumadin per protocol
• Assists physician with procedures, as necessary
• Cleans and stocks all patient examination rooms; cleans and prepares instruments for procedures; keeps list of needed medical supplies
• Completes paperwork such as ordering lab tests, x-rays, school/work notes, etc.
• Clean and sterilize equipment; check and restock medication cabinet, as necessary
• Respond to patient questions and concerns as liaison between physician and patient
• Reports all test results to the patient as directed by the physician
• Performs OSHA controls as required. Assist in performing narcotic count
• Performs other projects and duties as related to department objectives.

Qualifications

The Experiences You Bring

• Graduation from an accredited Registered Nursing program.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a cardiology, telemetry, or critical care setting
• Knowledge of nursing skills in accordance with nursing standards in the Nurse Practice Act.
• Must have a current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification
• A current and valid Illinois Nurse License.
• Interpersonal Skills: Conveys a warm, caring, and approachable demeanor. Displays unconditional respect toward others. Able to sense others feelings and perspectives.
• Service Orientation: Ability to anticipate, recognize, and meet the needs of patients and their families.
• Oral Communication: Listens openly and clearly conveys messages and information.
• Written Communication and Comprehension: Writes clearly using appropriate grammar, symbols, and medical terminology. Able to decipher and comprehend documentation of others.
• Team Work: Works effectively with others to accomplish objectives and goals. Offers assistance to others in need.
• Multi-tasking: Able to properly perform multiple duties at once.
• Resilience: Effectively manages stress in a fast-paced setting.
• Leadership: Appropriately optimistic and inspiring. Influencing others to act on their own behalf or for the broader good of the group.
• Age and Cultural Specific Care: Able to adjust treatment, instruction, and education to meet the patient's age and cultural background.
• Procedures: Demonstrates sufficient techniques in performing medical procedures.

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