The Cardiac Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals participating in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs. This role focuses on supporting patients recovering from cardiac events, procedures, or diagnoses through monitored exercise therapy, education, risk-factor modification, and ongoing clinical assessment. The RN ensures compliance with clinical standards, safety protocols, and organizational policies while promoting optimal patient outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS:
· Graduate of accredited school of nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
· Current Iowa RN license
· Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training
· Basic Life Support (BLS)
· Preferred Certifications:
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) (required for Emergency Department)
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) (required for Emergency Department)
· Clinical experience in cardiac care, telemetry, critical care or related specialty
· Prior experience in cardiac rehabilitation, outpatient cardiology, or exercise-based clinical programs preferred