Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Supervisor

Livingston HealthCare; Livingston (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Supervisor to lead a vital program focused on patient care and rehabilitation. This role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes through effective exercise and education strategies. You will be responsible for overseeing patient admissions, developing care plans, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. Join a dedicated team that values quality improvement and staff development while making a significant impact on the lives of patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. If you have a passion for patient care and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Robust Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Requires current RN or LPN licensure or equivalent qualifications.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient admissions, care plans, and discharges in the program.
• Ensure safe exercise and education for patients in the program.

Skills

Cardiac Rhythm Analysis

Patient Assessment

Interpersonal Skills

Clinical Expertise

Emergency Medical Procedures

Education

Bachelor's in Exercise or Related Field

RN or LPN Licensure

Physical Therapist Licensure

Occupational Therapist Licensure

Respiratory Therapist Licensure

Tools

Telemetry Monitoring

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Computer Software

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Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Supervisor

The Cardiopulmonary & SETPAD Program Supervisor collaborates with the Rehabilitation Services Manager to ensure the efficient daily operation of the program and delivery of optimal patient care. Responsibilities include overseeing Cardiopulmonary and SETPAD patient admissions, care plans, and discharges; ensuring safe and effective exercise and education; interpreting telemetry data and session reports; and managing the Cardiopulmonary Rehab staff. The role also involves leading quality improvement initiatives, facilitating staff education and training, and maintaining high standards for clinical performance across the department.

Schedule:

• 0.9FTE (36 hours)
• Mon-Fri

Compensation:

• Wage Dependent on Credentials and Education
• Robust Benefits Package

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assesses patients' condition before, during, and after exercise. Conducts supervised exercise sessions, closely monitoring participants for any adverse or inappropriate responses to exercise.
• Proficient in cardiac rhythm analysis, with a strong ability to identify dysrhythmias and make timely referrals to medical staff for appropriate intervention.
• Ensures accurate and timely maintenance of exercise session reports and electronic medical records (EMR) for each patient.
• Documents patient exercise sessions thoroughly in their medical records.
• Creates and implements ITP for each patient.
• Coordinates patient care with interdisciplinary staff as needed. Regularly assesses patient progress toward treatment goals, and adjusts goals, plans, or programs as necessary.
• Reports any changes in the patient’s condition to the primary provider and/or Medical Director.
• Collaborates with the Medical Director to coordinate patient care, monitor outcomes, and ensure compliance with CMS regulations.
• Facilitates timely and appropriate discharge planning.
• Immediately notifies the hospitalist if a patient’s condition deteriorates and requires hospitalization.
• Initiates BLS and/or ACLS measures, as needed.
• Always ensures the safety of patients.
• Accurately codes and inputs appropriate charges into the system.
• Plans and organizes in-service training sessions on standard emergency medical procedures for all Cardiopulmonary & SET PAD Department members.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and observational skills to identify appropriate psychosocial adaptation to illness and recognize signs of psychopathology.
• Provides clinical expertise and guidance to the Rehabilitation Services Manager, offering input on the development and maintenance of guidelines, procedures, and policies.
• Coordinates Cardiopulmonary & SETPAD Rehab staffing.
• Onboards, trains, and develops capable staff for the Cardiopulmonary & SET PAD Program.
• Supervises Cardiopulmonary & SET PAD Rehab staff in completing daily office tasks and managing procedure supplies to ensure efficient and effective operations of the Cardiopulmonary Rehab and SET PAD programs.
• Completes timecards for Cardiopulmonary staff.
• Participates in the yearly employee evaluation process.
• Notifies Rehabilitation Services Manager of any incidents regarding patients or staff.
• Completes other tasks assigned by Rehabilitation Services Manager.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Recommends treatment strategies designed to achieve positive outcomes for patients in the Cardiopulmonary & SETPAD Rehab programs.
• Effectively applies knowledge of exercise science and/or clinical expertise to a population with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and peripheral artery disease, along with other potential co-morbidities.
• Uses the patient’s individual care plan to guide advancement of the exercise rate and/or duration.
• Notifies Rehabilitation Services Manager of department needs.
• Attends all staff meetings and relevant organization meetings unless prior excused.
• Completes all annual related educational competencies.
• Maintains BLS and ACLS certification.

QUALIFICATIONS (Required):

• Current RN or LPN licensure in the state of MT OR … Clinical Exercise Physiologist, OR …
• Bachelor’s or greater in Exercise or related field, OR …
• Physical Therapist licensure in state of MT, OR …
• Occupational Therapist licensure in state of MT, OR….
• Respiratory Therapist licensure in state of MT.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience in a supervisory role within Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation.
• Holds current BLS and ACLS certifications (able to acquire within 6 months of hire).
• Able to read, interpret, and analyze EKGs & abnormal arrhythmias on telemetry.

ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated.
• Desire to work within a comprehensive health care team.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Based on the Livingston HealthCare’s physical demand classification, the working conditions of this job are defined as:

The position requires the ability to lift, move, and support patients as part of daily care duties. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds, with assistance as necessary, and requires the ability to assist with patient transfers, positioning, and mobility.

Requires the ability to focus on a computer screen for prolonged periods, with or without corrective lenses, to accurately review and input patient data, document, and read reports.

MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT:

Use of telemetry monitoring, computer and other office equipment.

EXPOSURE:

Infrequent exposure to blood and body fluids.