Cardio-Pulmonary Program Director (RN) - Lead Care

Care-Initiatives; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO

Referral Bonus Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Digital Wallet Access

Job summary

Care Initiatives is seeking a Clinical Program Director (RN) to lead the Cardio-Pulmonary Program in our skilled nursing center. You will serve as the clinical expert, guiding staff, optimizing resident care, and strengthening referral relationships.

You will collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care, drive program growth, and ensure smooth transitions across care settings.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Iowa.
• Experience in cardiac, pulmonary, critical care, rehabilitation, or related care settings.
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to educate, coach, and mentor healthcare professionals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Collaborative with physicians, hospitals, residents, families, and interprofessional teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the clinical leader and subject matter expert for the Cardio-Pulmonary Program.
• Support nursing staff in identifying and responding to changes in residents' cardiac and respiratory status.
• Participate in clinical rounds and resident reviews to optimize care plans and outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure evidence-based care.
• Monitor program outcomes and provide recommendations to improve resident care and clinical performance.
• Develop and deliver cardio-pulmonary education programs for nursing and staff.
• Lead onboarding and specialty orientation for team members assigned to the program.
• Educate residents and families regarding cardiac and pulmonary conditions, treatment plans, and oxygen therapy.
• Coordinate hospital-to-SNF transitions and discharge planning activities.
• Promote continuity of care with providers, home health, and referral partners; occasional travel to other Care Initiatives locations.

Skills

RN license (IA)

Clinical assessment

Critical thinking

Education & coaching

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organization & time management

Resident-centered care

Education

BSN preferred

Job description

Care Initiatives is seeking a Clinical Program Director (RN) to lead the Cardio-Pulmonary Program in our skilled nursing center. You will serve as the clinical expert, guiding staff, optimizing resident care, and strengthening referral relationships.

You will collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based care, drive program growth, and ensure smooth transitions across care settings.