RN Cardiac Rehabilitation

Requisition Number: 10059

Location: CHA Everett Hospital

Work Days: Mon,Wed,Fri

Category: Registered Nurse

Department: CHA Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center

Job Type: Part Time

Work Shift: Day

Hours/Week: 24

Union Name: MNA Everett

Department Summary:

The Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine department at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) specializes in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of pulmonary conditions such as asthma, COPD, emphysema, and lung nodules, in addition to various sleep disorders. Their team of medical professionals provides expert care for both urgent and chronic conditions, serving patients in both hospital and outpatient settings.

Position Summary:

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse, in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, addresses the comprehensive needs of patients across the spectrum of wellness, acute illness, chronic disease management, disability, and end-of-life care. Employing a systematic nursing process, the Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse conducts problem-focused assessments of patient concerns within clinic and telephonic environments. Practice is consistently aligned with the standards set forth by the Massachusetts State Nursing Act and Cambridge Health Alliance's defined Registered Nurse roles, responsibilities, and competencies.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates patient treatment plan between referring physician, program medical director, cardiologist, and multidisciplinary team

Utilizes the results of evidence-based research to improve clinical outcomes

Performs initial assessment of patient upon admission to program and follows progress through discharge

Document patient progress and maintain accurate medical records.

Reviews and tracks patient's goals

Monitors patient's cardiovascular status during exercise sessions, reports any untoward symptoms to physician/ program medical director

Communicates patient status change or progress to referring physician

Works with multidisciplinary team to assess risk factor profile and provide weekly education to Cardiac Rehab patients

Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Adhere to hospital policies and procedures, including infection control protocols.

Stay updated on current trends and advancements in cardiac care.

Provide emotional support and guidance to patients and their families.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Previous experience in a cardiac rehab program preferred

Strong cardiac background, arrhythmia detection. EKG Interpretation

Work experience in ICU, step down, and/or telemetry specialty preferred

Graduate of a state approved and/or accredited RN program required. BSN Preferred

BLS and ACLS Required

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Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

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