RN (Cardiology)

Responsibilities Capital Medical Group is a newly acquired physician practice group within Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS. We are seeking an experienced, strategic Human Resources leader to help shape the future of our organization and support the continued growth of a large, multi-specialty medical practice serving patients across the Washington, DC area and the DMV.

At Capital Medical Group, our mission is simple but powerful: to provide personalized, innovative, equitable, and high-quality care that improves the lives of our patients and their families. As the largest multi-specialty physician practice in the region, we support more than 50 medical and surgical specialties through a network of hospitals and care locations, including GW Hospital, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center, GW Urgent Care, and affiliated sites throughout the DMV.

Capital Medical Group (CMG) is committed to Service Excellence. Service excellence is a part of all we do at CMG. Our standards include: Treat everyone as a guest by making a good first impression, anticipating needs and displaying service recovery skills. Demonstrate professionalism and excellence by looking professional, being accountable for actions and delivering excellence in our everyday work.

Practice teamwork by participating in decision making and process improvement, communicating effectively and focusing on the problem/issue, not the person. Equal Employment Opportunity CMG is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants.

It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state and federal laws. Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation.

The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law. Qualifications The Registered Nurse (RN) – Stress Lab is responsible for providing professional nursing care and clinical support within the Stress Lab and ambulatory cardiology practice. The RN works closely with the Lead Stress Technician, physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

This position requires the ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, including patient triage, patient education, medication administration, clinical procedures, provider communications, and coordination of patient care. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining excellent patient service and clinical excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Stress Lab Responsibilities Assist the Lead Stress Technician with daily Stress Lab operations and patient flow. Prepare and assess patients prior to cardiac stress testing procedures. Monitor patients during stress testing and report significant findings to the provider. Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and timely. Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to ensure safe and effective testing procedures.

Respond appropriately to emergency situations that may arise during testing. Clinical Nursing Responsibilities Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and patient evaluations. Conduct patient triage in person and over the phone, utilizing clinical judgment to determine appropriate care and escalation. Review patient symptoms and communicate findings to physicians and providers. Administer medications and injections in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.

Perform venipuncture, laboratory specimen collection, and related nursing procedures. Adhere to medication administration safety standards and the "Five Rights" of medication administration. Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and clinical procedures. Document patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within the electronic medical record. Review and update patient medical records and care plans.

Patient Education and Care Coordination Provide patient education regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, and lifestyle modifications. Educate patients regarding pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions. Communicate laboratory results, diagnostic findings, and provider recommendations as directed. Coordinate patient follow-up care, referrals, and specialty appointments. Serve as a resource for patients and families regarding cardiac testing and treatment plans.

Follow up with patients to ensure continuity of care and compliance with provider recommendations. Administrative and Operational Responsibilities Respond to provider messages and patient communications promptly and professionally. Schedule appointments, diagnostic testing, and procedures as needed. Complete requisitions and clinical documentation accurately. Fax reports, medical records, and clinical documentation when required. Order, monitor, and maintain clinical supplies, linens, and equipment inventory.

Ensure examination rooms and clinical areas remain stocked and prepared for patient care. Support clinic operations and assist in other clinical areas as needed. Professional Responsibilities Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work where needed within the department. Maintain compliance with nursing standards, organizational policies, HIPAA regulations, and patient safety requirements. Demonstrate professionalism and adherence to clinic dress code standards.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities. Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and team members. Maintain current nursing knowledge and competencies related to cardiology and stress testing services. Required Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Licensure & Certifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia.

Current BLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred or required within six months of hire. Experience Minimum two (2) years of clinical nursing experience preferred. Cardiology, stress testing, ambulatory care, or outpatient clinic experience strongly preferred. Experience with patient triage, injections, phlebotomy, and patient education preferred. Experience utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, organizational, and patient service skills. Proficiency in nursing documentation and care coordination. Knowledge of cardiac procedures, stress testing, and ambulatory nursing practices preferred. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Pay Transparency: To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.

Responsibilities

• Capital Medical Group is a newly acquired physician practice group within Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS. We are seeking an experienced, strategic Human Resources leader to help shape the future of our organization and support the continued growth of a large, multi-specialty medical practice serving patients across the Washington, DC area and the DMV. At Capital Medical Group, our mission is simple but powerful: to provide personalized, innovative, equitable, and high-quality care that improves the lives of our patients and their families. As the largest multi-specialty physician practice in the region, we support more than 50 medical and surgical specialties through a network of hospitals and care locations, including GW Hospital, Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center, GW Urgent Care, and affiliated sites throughout the DMV. Capital Medical Group (CMG) is committed to Service Excellence. Service excellence is a part of all we do at CMG. Our standards include: Treat everyone as a guest by making a good first impression, anticipating needs and displaying service recovery skills. Demonstrate professionalism and excellence by looking professional, being accountable for actions and delivering excellence in our everyday work. Practice teamwork by participating in decision making and process improvement, communicating effectively and focusing on the problem/issue, not the person. Equal Employment Opportunity CMG is committed to the principle of Equal Employment Opportunity for all employees and applicants. It is our policy to ensure that both current and prospective employees are afforded equal employment opportunity without consideration of race, religious creed, color, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability in accordance with local, state and federal laws. Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

Qualifications

The Registered Nurse (RN) – Stress Lab is responsible for providing professional nursing care and clinical support within the Stress Lab and ambulatory cardiology practice. The RN works closely with the Lead Stress Technician, physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.

This position requires the ability to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, including patient triage, patient education, medication administration, clinical procedures, provider communications, and coordination of patient care. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and capable of working in a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining excellent patient service and clinical excellence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Stress Lab Responsibilities Assist the Lead Stress Technician with daily Stress Lab operations and patient flow. Prepare and assess patients prior to cardiac stress testing procedures. Monitor patients during stress testing and report significant findings to the provider. Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and timely. Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to ensure safe and effective testing procedures.

Respond appropriately to emergency situations that may arise during testing. Clinical Nursing Responsibilities Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and patient evaluations. Conduct patient triage in person and over the phone, utilizing clinical judgment to determine appropriate care and escalation. Review patient symptoms and communicate findings to physicians and providers. Administer medications and injections in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards of practice.

Perform venipuncture, laboratory specimen collection, and related nursing procedures. Adhere to medication administration safety standards and the "Five Rights" of medication administration. Assist physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and clinical procedures. Document patient encounters, assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately within the electronic medical record. Review and update patient medical records and care plans.

Patient Education and Care Coordination Provide patient education regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, and lifestyle modifications. Educate patients regarding pre-procedure and post-procedure instructions. Communicate laboratory results, diagnostic findings, and provider recommendations as directed. Coordinate patient follow-up care, referrals, and specialty appointments. Serve as a resource for patients and families regarding cardiac testing and treatment plans.

Follow up with patients to ensure continuity of care and compliance with provider recommendations. Administrative and Operational Responsibilities Respond to provider messages and patient communications promptly and professionally. Schedule appointments, diagnostic testing, and procedures as needed. Complete requisitions and clinical documentation accurately. Fax reports, medical records, and clinical documentation when required. Order, monitor, and maintain clinical supplies, linens, and equipment inventory.

Ensure examination rooms and clinical areas remain stocked and prepared for patient care. Support clinic operations and assist in other clinical areas as needed. Professional Responsibilities Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to work where needed within the department. Maintain compliance with nursing standards, organizational policies, HIPAA regulations, and patient safety requirements. Demonstrate professionalism and adherence to clinic dress code standards.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and departmental activities. Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and team members. Maintain current nursing knowledge and competencies related to cardiology and stress testing services. Required Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. Associate Degree in Nursing (ASN) required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Licensure & Certifications Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the District of Columbia.

Current BLS certification required. ACLS certification preferred or required within six months of hire. Experience Minimum two (2) years of clinical nursing experience preferred. Cardiology, stress testing, ambulatory care, or outpatient clinic experience strongly preferred. Experience with patient triage, injections, phlebotomy, and patient education preferred. Experience utilizing Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication, organizational, and patient service skills. Proficiency in nursing documentation and care coordination. Knowledge of cardiac procedures, stress testing, and ambulatory nursing practices preferred. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Pay Transparency: To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.