RN Cardiac Rehab

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 136,537,000 - 204,626,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Seattle seeks a Specialty Clinic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our patient care team. You will perform assessments, coordinate individualized plans, and deliver compassionate education to diverse patients in the Cardiac Rehabilitation program.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs and telemetry, supervising exercise sessions, documenting progress, and escalating significant changes per ACLS protocols. A WA RN license and BLS CPR are required at hire.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, upon hire
• Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire
• AHA Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial patient assessments and care planning with the care team.
• Supervise exercise sessions and monitor vital signs and telemetry.
• Report significant clinical changes and initiate ACLS per hospital policy.
• Maintain accurate charting and integrate nursing process into daily care.
• Educate patients and families on cardiac rehabilitation programs.
• Ensure emergency equipment is functional and up-to-date.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Care coordination

Patient education

Communication

Compassionate care

Education

RN license WA

AHA CPR/BLS

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Specialty Clinic Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a central figure in our patient care team, delivering exceptional, compassionate care that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As a Specialty Clinic Registered Nurse (RN), you will be a central figure in our patient care team, delivering exceptional, compassionate care that truly makes a difference in our patients' lives.
Every day, you will collaborate on comprehensive screenings, conduct critical risk assessments, provide vital preventative health education, and expertly coordinate care for diverse patient populations, leveraging technology to streamline processes. You'll ensure patients feel informed and at ease, patiently guiding them through instructions and addressing their concerns.
To be successful in this role, you will combine robust clinical knowledge and technological proficiency with genuine compassion, strong communication skills, and an adaptable approach to learning and patient-centered care.

• Clinical Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct initial patient assessments and orientations, and collaborate with the Exercise Physiologist to develop and implement individualized plans of care.
• Exercise Supervision & Monitoring: Supervise exercise sessions while monitoring vital signs—including blood pressure and telemetry—to identify and respond to abnormal physical responses.
• Emergency Response & Reporting: Promptly report significant clinical changes or arrhythmias to the supervising physician and initiate ACLS or emergency protocols according to hospital policy.
• Documentation & Clinical Standards: Maintain accurate, timely charting of patient progress and assessments while utilizing the nursing process to integrate clinical knowledge into daily care.
• Patient & Family Education: Provide comprehensive education to patients and families regarding general Cardiac Rehabilitation or the Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation program.
• Operational & Professional Maintenance: Ensure emergency equipment is functional and fully stocked while maintaining professional expertise through ongoing education, annual competencies, and industry research.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, upon hire and
• Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire and
• AHA Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• One year RN work experience in a clinic setting OR two years of acute care RN work experience

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$47.65 - $71.42 /hour