Local Contract Nurse RN - Cardiology - $50-59 per hour

Rang Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN Cardiology for a local contract nursing job in Hermiston, Oregon. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Cardiology Discipline : RN Start Date : 12 / 15 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Local Contract 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. “We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.” About Rang Healthcare Founded in 2005, Rang Healthcare (a division of Rang Technologies Inc) has been staffing clients for over 17 years for administrative, nursing and IT / Systems. Rang Healthcare offers extensive recruiting experience in a cost-effective manner. We help institutions successfully reduce complexity, boost productivity, and enhance patient outcomes. We provide the specialized talent and expertise you require, whether it’s for a direct hire, contract-to-hire, or contract position. It is now even more vital to collaborate with a firm that has the knowledge and expertise to provide the best in class and most qualified personnel. You can count on the Rang Healthcare for talent acquisition. We are an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide employment, compensation, and other benefits related to employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, age, genetic information, citizenship, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. Benefits 401k retirement plan Dental benefits Referral bonus Vision benefits Weekly pay