Cardiac Rehab RN

Cardiac Rehab RN

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Seeking a .1 FTE Registered Nurse, BLS required, with experience preferred in cardiac rehab or cardiology. Day shifts, some Saturdays.

GENERAL

SUMMARY:

Assumes responsibility and accountability for assigned patients (adult and geriatric). Works with considerable independence within policy and program guidelines. Provides professional nursing care incorporating the nursing process, the environment, technical equipment, and other health care members.

• Provides patient/family education and counseling on risk factors and lifestyle modifications pertaining to cardiopulmonary disease and related health issues.
• Administers nursing care to cardiopulmonary rehabilitation—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care in coordination with the physician.
• Supervises other health care members, triages patients when needed, and problem‑solves with staff, physicians, patients, families, and ancillary departments.
• Initiates emergency procedures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, according to policy.
• Maintains knowledge of documentation requirements for patient records.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and unit function, striving to manage situations in a reduced‑risk manner and promote patient safety.
• Assumes job responsibilities of other team members during their absence.
• Performs as a member of the Health Screen staff and contributes to community service activities related to cardiopulmonary disease.
• Acts as a resource for other staff members, participants, and students by providing orientation/education.
• Provides input for program maintenance and development.

Eligibility:
Registered Nurse, BLS required; experience in cardiac rehab or cardiology preferred.

Employment Type:

Full time.

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