Registered Nurse - Cardiac Stress Test

Job Title: Registered Nurse II
- Cardiac Stress Test
Department: Sands Constellation Heart Institute
Location: 2 Coulter Road, Suite 2750 Clifton Springs, NY
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm

The R.N. II maintains quality patient care through consistent standards of nursing practice in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. Utilizes the nursing process: assess, diagnosis, plan, implement and evaluate to execute appropriate individual patient care. Responsible for orientation, training/precepting, and mentoring of other staff on the unit. The R.N. is instrumental in providing an exceptional experience for patient and family.

The Sands-Constellation Heart Institute at Rochester General Hospital is a regional leader in cardiac care. With multiple recognitions from U.S. News & World Report, and as one of the largest cardiac programs in New York State,SCHI offers patients the advanced, personalized care they need. With three dedicated operating rooms, four state-of-the-art cardiac labs, and two electrophysiology labs at Rochester General Hospital, SCHI is able to ensure that your heart health needs are met and was named among the top 10% in the nation for cardiology services.

• Assessment
  - Perform initial and ongoing assessment of the patient; demonstrate exceptional clinical judgment and advanced assessment skills; communicate and document assessment with interdisciplinary team; utilize all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.

• Planning & Implementation
  - Develop and document plan of care, treatment and services; collaborate interdisciplinary health team to deliver care; maintains an appropriate nurse-patient relationship and provides an exceptional experience for the patient and family.

• Evaluation & Education
  - Evaluate, communicate and document patient responses to care; revise plan of care based on ongoing evaluations; ensure the patient receives and understands education/training specific to their needs and abilities.

• Training
  - Provide training for new team members on the unit; assume role of teacher for nursing students and other students shadowing on the unit; act as a resource for other team members for both clinical and non-clinical matters.

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.

• Registered Nurse license in New York State.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

• Minimum of 6 months of experience as a Registered Nurse.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• Prior critical care nursing experience strongly preferred (Med Surg,/Tele, Electrophysiology, Cath Lab)

AS:
Nursing (Required)

BLS
- Basic Life Support
- American Heart Association (AHA), RN
- Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

Moderate
- Clinical
- Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns.

Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision‑making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

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