CARDIOPULMONARY REHAB REGISTERED NURSE

We are seeking a full-time team member to join our Cardiopulmonary Department. This position works Four 10-hour shifts each week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday) from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Full-time employees enjoy a benefits package that includes:  IPERS, Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability coverage. In addition, Paid Time Off (PTO) and sick leave start accruing on your 1st day of employment.

Job Title: Cardiopulmonary Rehab Registered Nurse

Primary Function and Relationship to Total Organization

Provides direct and/or indirect care for individual patients. Communicates with and on behalf of the patients and coordinates patient care with other health team members. Organizes those aspects of care for which they are accountable. This individual will be primarily responsible for cardiac rehab. Other duties as assigned. 

Reports to: Director of Cardiopulmonary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assesses each patient on admission to rehab program and determines appropriate care plan
2. Develops, implements, and keeps current on all individualized treatment plans.
3. Participates in the medical plan of care to promote an integrated health care plan
4. Evaluates patient responses to exercise and documents appropriately
5. Treats patient in the ER, IPC, and OP setting. Tasks include but are not limited to: EKGs, breathing treatments, chest physiotherapy, patient education, heart monitor application and download, pulmonary function testing.
6. Provides patient education as indicated related to illness, medication management, symptom managements, management of the disease process, admission and discharge instructions, risk factors, exercise instructions and precautions. 
7. Prioritizes, plans, and organizes the delivery of care to patients in order to use time and resources effectively and efficiently. 
8. Delegates aspects of care to coworkers both in and outside of the Cardiopulmonary department consistent with their levels of education and expertise in order to meet patient needs.
9. Maintains accountability for own care and care delegated to others to assure adherence to ethical and legal standards.
10. Maintains patient confidentiality and patient rights. 
11. Recognizes changes in patient's conditions and notifies physician per policy standards.
12. Plans, promotes, and participates in patient education and rehabilitation.
13. Administers medications and treatments to patients per physician orders.
14. Participates in educational activities, quality improvements activities, standards development and review, hospital committees and other related activities.
15. Complies with hospital and cardiopulmonary policies.
16. Assists in the orientation of new staff.
17. Demonstrates willingness to support staffing and scheduling needs.
18. Performs functions other than described above due to extenuating circumstances.
19. Traumas and Codes: Reports to primary ED nurse PRN. 

Physical & Mental Requirements:

PHYSICAL/MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED BY ESSENTIAL AND MARGINAL TASKS

RELATED WORK SITE AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Minimum Educational Requirements:

Registered Nurse

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

Current Iowa Registered Nurse license. Successful completion of BCLS and ACLS within 6 months of employment. 

Working Conditions:

Works in well-lighted, air-conditioned nursing unit. Noise levels vary. Will be expected to use stairs both outside and inside the building. May come in to contact with hazardous chemicals or treatment modalities. 

 General Subjects of Concern:

1. Maintains a courteous sand professional manner in dealing with patients, supervisor, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
2. Shows a positive attitude toward work schedules, department and hospital changes, assignments and other personnel.
3. Presents professional appearance in dress and grooming, complies with departmental dress requirements and wears hospital identification badge.
4. Conforms to hospital policy regarding use of sick time, personal days, bereavements, notification of absence or tardiness.
5. Is cost effective in utilization of time, equipment and supplies. 

Acknowledgment

I have read and understand the responsibilities and requirements of this position and confirm that I am able to perform these duties with or without accommodations under ADA.