Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health • Rutherfordton, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified
healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a
profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional
care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) – Cardiac Rehabilitation (PRN)
joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making
communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills,
compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of
those we serve.

Our CardioPulmonary Rehabilitation team works collaboratively to support
patients recovering from cardiac and pulmonary events. You’ll partner closely
with nurses and exercise physiologists in a supportive, team-oriented
environment focused on patient recovery, education, and long-term wellness.

Our Core Values are Champion Patient Care, Do the Right Thing, Embrace
Individuality, Act with Kindness, and Make a Difference Together. We provide our
services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our
medical staff and employees.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Current RN license to practice in North Carolina (or compact state) required
• BLS (BCLS) required
• ACLS required
• Experience in cardiac, pulmonary, or rehabilitation settings preferred
• Strong critical thinking skills and decisive judgment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work in a fast-paced or potentially stressful environment and respond appropriately
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for patient education, recovery, and long-term wellness

Nice To Haves

• Experience in cardiac, pulmonary, or rehabilitation settings preferred
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with nurses and exercise physiologists to care for patients recovering from cardiac or pulmonary events.
• Assists with patient workflow, including cardiac telemetry monitoring, vital signs, patient assessments, and patient education.
• Supports development and maintenance of individualized exercise prescriptions and assists with exercise equipment setup and monitoring.
• Performs ongoing assessments including physical, psychosocial, and educational needs.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, physicians, and families as appropriate.
• Documents patient care and interventions accurately.
• Assists with cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining equipment to ensure a safe patient environment.
• Maintains logs and documentation as required.
• Collaborates across disciplines to support coordinated patient care and recovery goals.
• Participates in professional development opportunities and attends required in-services.
• Assists with orientation and training of team members as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage – with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period – tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree