Travel Nurse RN - Cardiology

Job Description

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiology for a travel nursing job in Hermiston, Oregon.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Cardiology
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : ASAP
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, days
• Employment Type : Travel

Position Summary

The Stress Test Technician (RN) is responsible for performing cardiac stress testing procedures under the direction of a cardiologist or supervising provider. This role ensures safe, accurate diagnostic testing while monitoring patients’ hemodynamic status, recognizing clinical changes, and providing appropriate nursing intervention when necessary. The RN collaborates with cardiology, clinical staff, and diagnostic services to maintain high-quality patient care and clinical outcomes.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Conducts exercise and pharmacologic cardiac stress tests according to established protocols and provider orders.

Performs pre-test patient assessments, including health history, medications, vital signs, and contraindication screening.

Places and monitors EKG leads, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and other physiologic indicators throughout testing.

Identifies EKG changes, arrhythmias, symptoms, or safety concerns and escalates or intervenes based on nursing scope of practice.

Administers medications used in stress testing (e.g., Lexiscan / regadenoson, dobutamine) per protocol and RN licensure authority.

Documents all procedures, patient responses, and clinical data in the EMR.

Provides patient education regarding the procedure, expectations, risks, and follow-up instructions.

Ensures equipment functionality, cleanliness, and readiness; troubleshoots common issues.

Collaborates with cardiologists, technologists, and diagnostic imaging teams to coordinate testing and patient flow.

Maintains compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, state nursing practice acts, departmental policies).

Required Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (unencumbered).

BLS, ACLS certification(s)

Knowledge of cardiac physiology, EKG interpretation, and cardiovascular medications.

Ability to respond to cardiac emergencies and provide immediate nursing interventions.

Strong communication and patient-education skills.

Slate Healthcare Job ID #1538e926-d528-4046-8f78-e4c92e1528ae. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Slate Healthcare

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple : to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.