RN Stress Technician

Job Title: RN Stress Technician – Cardiology / Cardiopulmonary
Job ID: 88310
Location: Hermiston, Oregon


Overview:
Are you a Registered Nurse with strong cardiac assessment skills who enjoys combining direct patient care with advanced diagnostic technology? Join a collaborative cardiology team where you will play a vital role in helping diagnose and monitor cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate RN Stress Technician to support cardiac and pulmonary stress testing procedures while ensuring exceptional patient safety, comfort, and care throughout the testing process. This is an excellent opportunity for both local candidates seeking work-life balance and travel nurses looking for a rewarding specialty assignment. mWhy Candidates Love This Opportunity:

• Consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule

• No night shifts or rotating weekends

• Specialized cardiology experience

• Collaborative and supportive team environment

• Opportunity to work with advanced diagnostic technology

• Fast-paced clinical setting with meaningful patient interaction

• Excellent fit for experienced telemetry, ICU, ER, PCU, or cardiology nurses

• Travel-friendly assignment with extension potential

The RN Stress Technician provides skilled nursing care and technical support during cardiac and pulmonary stress testing procedures. This role blends patient assessment, clinical judgment, and hands-on operation of stress testing equipment to ensure safe, accurate, and efficient diagnostic testing. You will work closely with cardiologists, providers, and cardiopulmonary teams while monitoring patients throughout exercise and pharmacologic stress testing procedures.

What you will be doing:
Patient Care & Monitoring

• Perform pre-test nursing assessments including vital signs, cardiac history, medication review, and patient readiness evaluations

• Educate patients on stress testing procedures and help create a calm, supportive experience

• Prepare patients for testing including lead placement and monitoring setup

• Continuously monitor ECG rhythms, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and patient condition during procedures

• Recognize changes in patient status and respond quickly using strong clinical judgment and emergency protocols

Technical & Diagnostic Support

• Assist with exercise and pharmacologic stress testing procedures

• Operate treadmill, bicycle, ECG, and stress testing equipment

• Administer medications per protocol when credentialed and authorized

• Accurately document testing procedures, observations, and patient responses in the EMR

• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and ensure testing equipment is functioning properly

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Communicate effectively with cardiologists, providers, nurses, and healthcare teams regarding patient status and test results

• Support efficient patient flow and scheduling within the department

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff education, and departmental meetings

• Maintain a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on exceptional patient care

What you must have:

• Active Oregon RN License

• BLS Certification

• ACLS Certification

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Preferred:

• Experience with cardiac stress testing, telemetry, ECG interpretation, or cardiopulmonary diagnostics

• Background in ER, ICU, PCU, Telemetry, or Cardiology nursing

• Strong assessment skills and ability to respond quickly in high-acuity situations

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com