Cardiac Rehab Nurse RN | ACLS-Driven Care Leader

DCH Health System; Tuscaloosa (AL); Vor Ort; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks an experienced RN to lead cardiac rehabilitation services, guiding interventions to restore function and reduce cardiac risk. You will monitor patients, teach lifestyle changes, and coordinate with the care team to ensure safety and effectiveness of rehab plans.

The role requires ACLS/BLS within 6 months, strong English communication, and the ability to work within an interdisciplinary team to achieve patient outcomes and discharge readiness.

Qualifikationen

• RN with current Alabama license and in good standing.
• Associate Degree in Nursing; BSN preferred.
• BLS required; ACLS within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in Cardiac Rehabilitation with cardiac emergencies/CCU preferred.
• Knowledge of care for cardiac patients and CAD risk factors; counseling and education.
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary team and meet behavioral expectations.
• Strong English reading, writing, speaking and comprehension.
• Familiarity with AACVPR guidelines.

Aufgaben

• Provide cardiac rehabilitation services per standards of practice.
• Assess patient needs and plan collaborative rehabilitation goals.
• Monitor and document vital signs, ECG interpretation, RPE/RPD, and exams.
• Deliver patient education on diet, exercise, mental health, and smoking cessation.
• Evaluate progress, adjust treatments, and communicate with primary care.
• Respond to urgent situations, including ACLS when warranted.
• Support and train staff and ensure policy adherence.
• Contribute to safety, supply management, and PI activities.

Kenntnisse

RN license

Alabama license

ACLS

BLS

Cardiac rehab

Interdisciplinary teamwork

English proficiency

AACVPR guidelines

Counseling

Ausbildung

Associate Degree in Nursing, BSN preferred

Jobbeschreibung

DCH Health System in Tuscaloosa, AL seeks an experienced RN to lead cardiac rehabilitation services, guiding interventions to restore function and reduce cardiac risk. You will monitor patients, teach lifestyle changes, and coordinate with the care team to ensure safety and effectiveness of rehab plans.

The role requires ACLS/BLS within 6 months, strong English communication, and the ability to work within an interdisciplinary team to achieve patient outcomes and discharge readiness.