What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN - Registered Nurse - Echocardiography Laboratory position at Geisinger?
We’re seeking a skilled Echocardiography RN to join our team at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA, supporting diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures alongside cardiologists, sonographers, and advanced practice providers. This role is ideal for nurses who enjoy critical thinking, patient education, and procedural care—without the constant pace of traditional bedside nursing.
Hiring Incentive: $15,000 recruitment loan paid over 2 years. Certain stipulations do apply.
This role is full-time, 40 hours weekly; Monday-Friday 730p-4p or 7a-330p; weekend and holiday on-call requirements will be discussed during interview process.
This role will also require travel for outreach at other sites, including Muncy, Lewisburg and Shamokin.
A minimum of 2 years RN work experience is required. ICU, telemetry or procedural experience is strongly preferred.
Certification: Moderate Sedation Certification required within 1 year.
Why nurses love this role:
✅ Focused, specialty-based practice
✅ Strong team collaboration
✅ Daytime/procedural-style environment
✅ Meaningful impact on cardiac patient outcomes
✅ Opportunity to build advanced cardiovascular expertise
What you’ll do:
🫀 Provide nursing support for Advanced Cardiac imaging supporting Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI
🧑⚕️ Prepare and educate patients before, during, and after procedures
🩺 Monitor patients, administer medications as appropriate, and ensure patient safety
🤝 Partner closely with cardiology and echocardiography teams to deliver exceptional care
Benefits at Geisinger:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one, including:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options
Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
Generous PTO that accrues quickly
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more
Job Duties:
The Echocardiography Lab RN performs daily registered nurse functions in the Echo Lab Department. Participates in a variety of nursing activities necessary to the acquisition of echocardiographic examinations, stress testing, and advance imaging examinations.
- Administers medications during adult conscious sedation and pharmacological stress testing.
- Assesses patient responses to medications and testing per protocols and document information in medical record.
- Assures all necessary paperwork and information is present for procedures.
- Prepares patients for procedures.
- Reviews history of allergies, medication list, etc.
- Assesses patients physical status as well as their understanding of the procedure.
- Provides patient and family education about procedure.
- Ensures that patient has followed proper pre-test instructions.
- Assesses patient per Joint Commission safety goals and follows up accordingly.
- Applies monitoring equipment.
- Monitors vital signs.
- Performs emergency procedures when necessar.
- Transports equipment to patients bedside when necessary.
- Starts and regulates oxygen.
- Monitors conscious sedation patients until transferred.
- Assists with orientation of personnel and students.
- Assists in approved research activities as needed.
Qualifications:
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.