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NorthShore

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Imaging

Naperville, IL · On-site

$36 - $55.80/hr

Position: RN, Cardiac Imaging * Location: Edward Hospital * Full Time, Day shift with a rotating schedule, typically Monday-Saturday, 7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. * Position includes on-call responsibilities ...

Northshore

Registered Nurse, Cardiac Imaging

Naperville, IL · On-site

$36 - $55.80/hr

Position: RN, Cardiac Imaging * Location: Edward Hospital * Full Time, Day shift with a rotating schedule, typically Monday-Saturday, 7:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. * Position includes on-call responsibilities ...

Duly Health and Care

RN Cardiac Device

Winfield, IL · On-site

$38.10 - $57.17/hr

Cardiac Nurse Practitioner Now offering a $20,000 Sign on Bonus! Full-Time; 40 hours/week Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm Location: Winfield & Naperville Travel Required Licensed RN Required Benefits:

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How much do cardiac rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac rn in Joliet, IL is $37.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.09 and $38.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cardiac RN?

A Cardiac RN is a registered nurse who specializes in caring for patients with heart conditions. They monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist with procedures, and educate patients on heart health. Cardiac RNs work in hospitals, clinics, and cardiac care units, collaborating with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals. Their goal is to manage and improve cardiovascular health, prevent complications, and support recovery.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Cardiac RN?

As a Cardiac RN, your daily responsibilities likely include monitoring patients with heart conditions, administering medications and IV therapies, performing cardiac assessments, and interpreting telemetry or EKG data. You’ll collaborate closely with cardiologists, other nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans. Cardiac RNs also play a key role in patient education, helping individuals and their families understand treatment regimens and lifestyle modifications. The work environment is often fast-paced and can include critical care or step-down units, requiring you to prioritize and respond quickly to changes in patient status.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Cardiac RN position, and why are they important?

A Cardiac RN needs strong clinical assessment skills, specialized knowledge of cardiac conditions, and a valid RN license—often with ACLS certification. Familiarity with advanced cardiac monitoring equipment, ECG interpretation, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is crucial. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure help set top performers apart. These skills ensure safe, effective care for cardiac patients in high-stakes environments where rapid intervention can be life-saving.

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Infographic showing various Cardiac Rn job openings in Joliet, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 45% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,297 per year, or $37.6 per hour.

Operating Room Cardiac Registered Nurse

The University of Chicago Medicine

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Re-posted 14 days ago

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 62 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description


Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Operating Room Nurse on our Cardiac Team located in our CCD Operating Room. At UChicago Medicine, we bring the world's most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions, from common to complex. You will have the ability to work with physicians that are constantly pushing the bounds of possibility forward, conducting groundbreaking research and providing lifesaving, personalized patient care.This position is 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
As an Operating Room Nurse, you will be responsible for providing nursing care that is goal-directed and adapted to the needs of an individual, a family and/or community during health and illness.
In this role, the Operating Room Nurse will provide nursing care based on knowledge, skills and standards of practice which provide a foundation that allows the nurse to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the nursing care being provided. Each professional nurse assumes primary responsibility and accountability for all nursing care provided by him/her and those directly under their supervision. The nurse is part of the multi-disciplinary team which works collaboratively in providing care to patients.
Essential Job Functions
  • Utilizes assessment skills to determine patient needs in order to provide comprehensive patient/family care for patients from neonate to geriatric population
  • Identifies learning needs of patients and their family which directly influence patient recovery and develops teaching methods to enhance learning
  • Implements nursing actions based on scheduled surgery, patient assessment, patient developmental needs and incorporates actions into written plan of care
  • Evaluates care given and allows for alterations in nursing interventions to meet the changing needs or conditions of the patient. Documents appropriately in patient care records
  • Successfully completes unit based and hospital competencies as designated
  • competently performs nursing treatments and procedures according to hospital policy and nursing practice within clinical specialty as documented by the respective clinical rotational checklists
  • Maintains current CPR certification
  • Prepares and administers medication/treatment according to the physician's orders utilizing knowledge base to assure patient safety.
  • Works collaboratively with other health team members in providing a holistic approach to health care. Communicates changes to all team members as appropriate
  • Documents all aspects of patient care from admission to discharge according to hospital policies
  • Incorporates discharge planning measures into daily practice in order to provide patients with smooth transition from hospital to home
  • Provides cost-effective care by proper use of time, supplies and personnel
  • Actively participates in unit staff meeting
  • Assists unit in development/attainment of unit goals and objectives
  • Contributes to creating a work climate that encourages positive staff morale, motivation and commitment for all who participate in the care of patients
  • Assumes charge nurse responsibilities as assigned by Clinical Director or designee
  • Shares in leadership responsibilities at various levels by supervising, directing and teaching other employees as it effects patient care
  • Participates in unit activities/goals to promote retention of staff
  • Participates in a changing environment by being supportive and cooperative with changes at the unit level
  • Demonstrates reliability and accountability to the unit and Department of Nursing
  • Incorporates professional standards into practice utilizing written nursing care plans
  • Participates in Quality Improvement data analysis, conclusions and changes determined
  • Participates in the preceptor program either by being a preceptor or assisting in those who are
  • Participates in weekly scheduled in-service
Required Qualifications
  • Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN degree or higher preferred.
    • Associate Degree Nurses are required to enroll in a BSN program within six (6) to nine (9) months of hire, and make progress toward and complete their BSN degree within 30 months. ADN nurses receive 100% tuition reimbursement towards a BSN degree from an accredited program.
  • Current RN Illinois license
  • Graduate of an approved school of nursing
Preferred Qualifications
  • 1 or more years of cardiac OR circulating and/or scrub experience in a cardiac OR
Position Details
  • Job Type/Full-time FTE: 1.0,
  • Shift: Day, 10HR, 7a-5:30p
  • Work Location: Onsite - Hyde Park
  • Unit/Department: CCD-OR (Cardiac)
  • CBA Code: NNU

About Us
We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.
UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities
UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.
As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits Overview
UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.
The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.
Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.

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