The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. What you'll do The Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse evaluates & treats patients with a wide variety of cardiac disabilities, in an outpatient setting, helping to achieve risk factor reduction in cardiovascular disease using various therapeutic exercises, activities, and educational classes. The Cardiac Rehab Nurse is responsible for documenting all patient care appropriately in the medical record to comply with the policies and procedures of the department and JCAHO requirements. Responsible for orientation and initial assessment of participants in the cardiac rehabilitation program Develops plans of care for new participants Documents initial assessment and daily participant information and progress Leads and/or delegates participant education sessions based on staff expertise and identified participant needs Develop and maintain current educational materials for patient education Assess participants pre-, during, and post- exercise Supervises exercise sessions and/or delegates based on staff experience Obtains monthly required approval of individualized treatment plans from program medical director, per Medicare guidelines Monitors participants for inappropriate or abnormal responses to exercise Makes appropriate referrals and /or recommendations to participants, the participant’s personal physician, and/or program Medical Director as needed or as requested by patients. Reports any significant participant conditions (dysrhythmias, abnormal blood pressure response, change in participant’s status, etc.) immediately to the physician supervising the program. Initiates ACLS measures and/or emergency care according to facility policy Checks AED equipment and other emergency supplies and equipment for proper function and adequate supply per facility policy Set up and supervise emergency drills and mock codes on a routine basis giving appropriate feedback and constructive criticism where appropriate Optimize reimbursement for cardiac rehabilitation services through effective communication with all cardiac rehabilitation staff, including support and/or office staff Coordinates and/or maintains Continuous Quality Improvement program, and participates in or delegates participation in quality reporting program per facility policy Maintain current knowledge in the field of cardiac rehabilitation through resources including but not limited to: cardiac rehabilitation literature, in-services, continuing education courses and/or conferences. Responsible for coordination of any routinely occurring meetings, including: organizing and planning guest speakers, education, food, and/or public communications What we need from you Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing, required All RN's hired and do not currently hold a BSN will be expected to demonstrate enrollment in a bachelor’s prepared nursing program within 4 years of hire BSN must be completed within 10 years. RN’s licensed on or before 12/19/17 are/remain exempt from this requirement. Experience: Minimum 1 year relevant cardiac experience, preferred Licensure/Certifications: Current NYS License as a Registered Nurse, required Current BLS certification, required Current CPR certification, required Current ACLS certification, required Skills: Interacting with People Communication Coaching Counseling Customer Service Maintain Confidentiality Creative Thinking Multi-Tasking Time Management Clinical Skills Computer Skills Supervise Others Reading/Writing/Comprehension Physical Requirements: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, repetitive motion, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing Frequent hearing, standing, typing/clerical/dexterity, walking. Constant seeing/ monitor/ computer use, Hazards: Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure Working Conditions: Occasional extreme temperatures Benefits: Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population. Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits and more… Throughout our network, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. Total Rewards Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits including an employer match And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. Pay Transparency Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $37.49/Hr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $56.24/Hr. We love the difference people bring We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.