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Springfield Clinic

Registered Nurse - Stress

Springfield, IL · On-site

$33.21 - $49.83/hr

The Stress Test RN is responsible for professional nursing care of the cardiac patient and achieving total patient centered care through use of the nursing process within the rules and regulations of ...

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As of Jul 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for stress test nurse in the United States is $34.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.44 and $40.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Stress Test Nurse position, and why are they important?

A Stress Test Nurse must have strong cardiac nursing skills, advanced patient assessment abilities, and current RN licensure, often supplemented by Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications. Familiarity with cardiac monitoring equipment, EKG interpretation, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is essential. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills. These competencies enable Stress Test Nurses to safely guide patients through cardiac testing while effectively collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

What is a Stress Test Nurse job?

A Stress Test Nurse is a registered nurse who specializes in assisting with cardiac stress tests to evaluate patients' heart function. They prepare patients for the test, monitor vital signs, administer medications if needed, and respond to any complications. These nurses work closely with cardiologists and use specialized equipment to ensure patient safety during exercise or pharmacologic stress testing. Their role is crucial in diagnosing heart conditions and determining appropriate treatment plans.

What does a typical workday look like for a Stress Test Nurse?

As a Stress Test Nurse, your typical day involves preparing patients for cardiac stress testing, monitoring their vital signs and EKGs during exercise or pharmacological tests, and documenting results for the cardiology team. You'll work closely with physicians, other nurses, and technicians to ensure patient safety and accurate test outcomes. The work environment is generally fast-paced and detail-oriented, as you must quickly respond to any cardiac events or complications during testing sessions. Additionally, you may spend time educating patients on procedures and collaborating on follow-up care plans based on test results.

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EKG Stress Test Nurse Part Time

TriStar Summit Medical Center

Hermitage, TN

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 hours ago

Job description

Stroke response times nearly half of the national average. Cutting-edge SPOT Technology that detects sepsis earlier than the human eye. An Enhanced Surgical Recovery program that reduces opioid prescriptions and post-surgical readmissions. As a national learning health system, we're transforming care delivery, advancing clinical outcomes, and empowering our nursing teams in a collaborative effort to give people a healthier tomorrow. Join us!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Cardiovascular RN is an individual who, after comprehensive training, is qualified to perform Cardiac Stress Tests, Holter Monitoring, Tilt Table Testing, and Electrocardiograms (EKGs) as well as related clerical duties associated with performed procedures. Stocks supplies and assemble, disinfect, and store equipment. In addition, this individual provides assistance with nursing functions within any of the cardiology departments, medical imaging departments, and the cardiac Cath lab to include conscious sedation, procedure circulation and patient monitoring. The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act. Pre-screens patients and/or families to augment the procedural process. Must be able to recognize, report and document abnormal and/or critical screening values. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. Educates patients and families. Involvement in performance improvement activities to ensure continuous quality improvement.

What qualifications you will need:


  • Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • (RN) Registered Nurse
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support, or BCLS Instructor, or CPR must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • Associate Degree, or Bachelors Degree
  • At least 1 year of RN experience REQUIRED! Cardiac background preferred.
Benefits

TriStar Summit Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

TriStar Summit is a 230+ bed comprehensive facility. We serve Davidson, Wilson and surrounding counties. We include a Level III Trauma Center. We offer a full array of acute care services. These include cardiology, oncology, orthopaedics/spine, rehabilitation and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI. We are a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Summit is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our EKG Stress Test Nurse Part Time opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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