Registered Nurse / RN Exercise Specialist Rehab

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UT Health East Texas is seeking an Exercise Specialist Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Cardiopulmonary Rehab Team in Carthage, TX. The CES provides inpatient and outpatient care for cardiovascular and pulmonary patients, conducting assessments, planning treatments, and performing diagnostic testing as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation program.

The role emphasizes patient education, wellness initiatives, and ongoing quality improvement while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved RN program.
• Current Texas RN licensure.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS certification.
• ACSM certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care to patients with cardiovascular and/or pulmonary disease.
• Assess, plan, treat, and perform diagnostic testing for cardiovascular/respiratory dysfunctions.
• Lead patient education, rehabilitation, wellness programs, and quality improvement initiatives within Cardiopulmonary Rehab.
• Serve as a valued member of the Cardiopulmonary Rehab Team.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary rehab experience

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

RN licensure in Texas

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Graduate of an approved RN program

ACSM certification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Exercise Specialist Registered Nurse (RN) in Carthage, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care .

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Carthage located in Panola County, boasts 23 private patient rooms. The hospital also features a 24-hour emergency department, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke ready facility with advanced diagnostic technology, a cardiac rehabilitation program, GI lab, outpatient clinics and a sleep lab.

Responsibilities

• The Clinical Exercise Specialist, RN is a valuable member of the Cardiopulmonary Rehab Team.
• The CES provides inpatient and outpatient care to patients with Cardiovascular and /or pulmonary disease.
• The CES will assess, plan, treat, and perform diagnostic testing on patients with cardiovascular/respiratory dysfunctions.
• Patients’ development and implementation are the primary function of the CES consisting of patient education, rehabilitation, wellness program, health enhancement and Quality improvement.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved RN school
• Current professional licensure in the State of Texas for RN
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care
• ACLS certifications

Preferred Job Requirements:

• ACSM certification