Cardiac Rehab RN - Full Time

Description

Come be a part of the GCH team! GCH is not only named one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation, but was recently named one of the TOP 20. We pride ourselves on our excellent patient care and exceptional staff, and we are looking to add to our team!

GCH is dedicated to providing our employees not just a job, but a career where they can grow and have their voices heard. GCH offers an extensive benefits discount including:

• Professional Development Packages (shared governance committees, tuition reimbursement, & education/licensure assistance)
• Competitive compensation
• For benefit eligible positions - generous PTO, full benefits package, IPERS, and employee discounts for GCH & Clinic services
• Work/Life Balance Perks (free fitness center membership, discounted personal training, discounted meals, & EAP)

JOB SUMMARY: 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.

This is a Full Time position Monday - Friday, with flexible hours dependent upon patient schedule.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Care & Monitoring

· Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments, including vital signs, ECG monitoring, risk-satisfaction, and exercise tolerance evaluations.

· Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with physicians, exercise physiologists, and multidisciplinary team members.

· Monitor patient responses during exercise sessions, identifying abnormal cardiac rhythms, symptoms, or medical concerns requiring intervention.

· Provide direct clinical care and emergency response during cardiac events, per ACLS/CPR protocols.

Patient Education & Coaching

· Educate patients and families on cardiac health, medications, nutrition, physical activity, lifestyle modifications, and disease management.

· Reinforce safe exercise techniques, self-monitoring, and recovery expectations.

· Support behavioral change through motivational interviewing and patient-centered coaching techniques.

Program Coordination & Documentation

· Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR).

· Track patient progress and outcomes throughout the rehabilitation program.

· Coordinate care transitions and communicate with referring providers regarding patient status and goals.

· Assist with developing and updating program protocols, policies, and quality improvement initiatives.

Safety & Compliance

· Ensure all activities comply with regulatory standards (CMS, AACVPR, state nursing regulations).

· Perform equipment checks, safety assessments, and infection-control procedures.

· Participate in emergency preparedness activities and staff training.

Requirements

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