Cardiac Rehab RN

Key Responsibilities Clinical Assessment — Performs comprehensive nursing assessments including vitals, rhythm interpretation, symptom evaluation, functional capacity, and risk stratification.

Exercise Therapy Oversight — Supervises individualized exercise sessions, adjusting intensity based on patient tolerance, telemetry findings, and clinical guidelines.

Patient Education — Provides structured education on lifestyle modification, medication adherence, cardiac risk factors, nutrition, stress management, and home exercise plans.

Care Coordination — Collaborates with cardiologists, primary care providers, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and dietitians to support holistic patient care.

Emergency Response — Responds rapidly and accurately to changes in patient condition, including chest pain, arrhythmias, hypotension, or exercise intolerance.

Documentation & Compliance — Completes accurate, timely documentation in the EMR; ensures compliance with CMS cardiac rehab standards, hospital policies, and accreditation requirements.

Program Support — Assists with patient scheduling, intake processes, outcomes tracking, and quality improvement initiatives.

Professional Practice — Maintains clinical competencies, participates in continuing education, and supports program development and evidence-based practice.

Physical & Environmental Requirements Frequent standing, walking, and moderate physical activity during patient exercise sessions.

Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 25 lbs as needed for patient support and equipment.

Exposure to clinical environments requiring adherence to infection control and safety protocols.

Performance Expectations Maintains high standards of patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical accuracy.

Demonstrates consistent reliability, punctuality, and professional conduct.

Upholds confidentiality, ethical practice, and regulatory compliance.

Contributes to program growth through patient engagement, quality improvement, and teamwork.