Cardiac Rehab Nurse

Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center; Arizona; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Graham Regional Medical Center in Safford, AZ is seeking a registered nurse to support Cardiology recovery, education and monitoring to promote heart-healthy lifestyles.

You will collaborate with cardiology providers and practice manager to ensure high standards of nursing care in a clinical setting. The role requires Arizona RN license, ACLS and CPR certifications, and at least 2 years ED/CC experience, with proficiency in cardiac monitoring and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing.
• Current Arizona Registered Nurse License.
• ACLS and CPR certifications required.
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring and interpreting.
• 2 years ED or Critical Care experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lift, carry, push 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recovery of cardiac related issues with education, support and monitoring.
• Provide leadership by working with nursing staff to maintain professional standards.
• Collaborate with Cardiology Providers and Practice Manager under supervision.
• Assist in maintaining data management and computer systems related to patient care.

Skills

RN license

ACLS certification

CPR certification

Cardiac monitoring

ED/CC experience

Communication skills

Data literacy

Education

High school or equivalent

Graduate from approved nursing program

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Position Summary

Under the general supervision and collaboration of the Cardiology Providers and Cardiology Practice Manager in coordination with the Chief Nursing Officer, coordinates recovery of cardiac related issues by providing education, support and monitoring to promote heart-healthy lifestyles. Provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.

Brief Description

Under the general supervision and collaboration of the Cardiology Providers and Cardiology Practice Manager in coordination with the Chief Nursing Officer, coordinates recovery of cardiac related issues by providing education, support and monitoring to promote heart-healthy lifestyles. Provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional nursing practice in the clinical setting.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Proof of highest level of education completed but not less than high school education or equivalent.
• Graduation from an approved school of professional nursing.
• Current Arizona Registered Nurse License.
• Maintains current CPR Certification from the American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) required or other approved educational programs.
• Maintains current ACLS Certification from the American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) or other approved educational programs within one (1) month of hire.
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring and interpreting.
• 2 years Emergency Department or Critical Care experience.
• Ability to identify significant changes in patient condition.
• Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
• An understanding of computer systems, process design and data management.
• Must have a well-groomed, professional appearance.
• Must have the mental and physical ability to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to lift, carry, pull, & push 50 pounds.
• Language proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal fluency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Meditech experience or other related electronic records systems.
• Cardiac Rehabilitation Nursing Certification (CCRN) or plan to obtain.

Summary

Traci Johns

1600 S 20th Ave. Safford, AZ 85546

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