Cardiac Rehab RN
About The Position
At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging. Eligible candidates will receive up to a $10,000 sign on bonus and up to $10,000 in educational assistance Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Cardiac Rehab RN, you will be a pivotal caregiver, guiding patients through critical cardiac recovery and empowering them and their families with life-changing support and education. Every day, you will expertly assess complex cardiac conditions, meticulously monitor patient progress, and collaborate seamlessly with our multidisciplinary team to optimize healing and long-term wellness plans, ensuring no two days are alike. To be successful in this role, you will combine acute assessment skills and an adaptable, detail-oriented approach with a compassionate drive to go the extra mile, shaping enduring positive health outcomes for every patient.
Requirements
- Graduate of an RN nursing program, upon hire
- Registered Nurse: NE, upon hire
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire
Nice To Haves
- 2 years of cardiac or critical care experience
Responsibilities
- Administers nursing care to inpatient and outpatient cardiopulmonary rehabilitation participants; includes assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the patient’s plan of care in coordination with the physician.
- Develops individualized treatment plan of care, updating with each session and submits to physician for signature every 30 days
- Provides patient/family education and counseling for identifying risk factors and developing life-style modifications that lead to behavior change for their cardiopulmonary disease and related health issues.
- Supervises inpatient and outpatient cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation exercise training and educational sessions.
- Collaborates with other health care members (i.e. cardiopulmonary specialists, exercise physiologists, wellness center instructors, interns, etc.).
- When needed, triage patients for emergent or non-emergent care.
- Problem-solves with staff, physicians, patients, families, and other health care team members/departments.
- Interprets cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation and assesses for signs/symptoms of exercise intolerance, cardiac ischemia, or hypoxia.
Benefits
- Eligible candidates will receive up to a $10,000 sign on bonus and up to $10,000 in educational assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
