What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN position at Cardiovascular Institute South?
Who We Are:
Cardiovascular Institute of the South, a leading organization dedicated to advancing heart health through innovation and excellence, is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.
What We Offer:
- Choice of three health insurance plans
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
- Access to company-provided training and educational resources
- Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
- Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
- Eight company-paid holidays
- Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents
About the Role
- Perform and supervise cardiac stress testing, with the majority of the testing focused on PET/CT scans in collaboration with providers and Nuclear Technologists
- Provide holistic, professional nursing care to cardiology patients under physician supervision
- Support diagnostic and therapeutic cardiovascular procedures, including stress testing and EKGs
- Serve as a clinical leader and resource within the cardiology clinic setting
- Ensure safe, high-quality patient care in alignment with state nursing regulations and clinical standards
How You’ll Drive Our Mission Forward
- Assess, monitor, and document patient status, including vital signs, EKGs, and response to stress agents
- Identify and respond to adverse patient reactions and initiate emergency measures when needed
- Educate patients and families on procedures, medications, dietary restrictions, and follow-up care
- Accurately document all patient encounters, treadmill reports, and clinical findings in the EHR
- Act as a liaison among patients, physicians, ancillary staff, and departments to promote coordinated care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and community outreach efforts
- Uphold ethical decision-making, patient advocacy, and evidence-based cardiology practice
What Makes You a Great Match
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an active, unencumbered RN license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
- Strong knowledge of EKG interpretation, rhythm abnormalities, and cardiology procedures
- Proficient in IV initiation, venipuncture, and medication administration
- Excellent communication, time management, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development
- Preferred: Advanced cardiology/cardiovascular certification and two years of critical care experience