RN - Cardiac Rehab RN - MGH

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The General Hospital Corporation

This is a 24‑hour position, typically scheduled as three 8‑hour shifts per week.

The Cardiac Rehab Nurse, under the general supervision of the Nursing Director, functions as an ambulatory practice nurse for the Cardiac Rehab Program.

• Collaborate with attending physicians, mid‑level practitioners, administrative support staff, and other members of the patient care team to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.
• Work with cardiac patients who have heart disease or have had a procedure to treat their heart disease.
• Monitor patients for changes in their heart conditions and collaborate with a team to develop individualized care plans.

• Provide nursing care for patients during cardiac rehabilitation, PAD supervised exercise, and cardiac lifestyle programs.
• Organize, prioritize and manage your own panel of 20‑30 patients, with support from a multidisciplinary care team of exercise physiologists, nutritionists, and cardiologists.
• Perform initial intake interviews for patients interested in the program. Develop a personalized treatment plan for each patient.
• Oversee patient treatment plans and provide expertise in case management including cholesterol and dietary management, smoking cessation, and behavior/lifestyle modifications.
• Supervise exercise sessions. Use telemetry to monitor and record patients’ heart activity for inappropriate responses.
• Collaborate with team Exercise Physiologist to prescribe ACSM protocols for exercise in the cardiac population. Maintain a knowledge of ACSM exercise prescription protocols.

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax‑sheltered annuity plan
• Employee “Perks” – discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives, and you can make a difference. We are looking for someone as dedicated as you to be a part of our team.

Mass General Hospital is a world‑renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.

Accountable for interpreting the plan of medical care, assessment of patients' clinical decision‑making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Maintain accurate, detailed reports, and records.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Record patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
• Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

Education
Associate's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Registered Nurse MA

Experience
Clinical nursing experience 0‑1 year required

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity with the principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
• Knowledgeable of the care required by respective age groups for which care is being…