Registered Nurse - Cardiac Rehab

Cardiac Rehabilitation NurseAre 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.The primary purpose of this position is to establish, organize, direct, and implement the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program in accordance with Federal, State, and local guidelines. 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.Responsibilities:Responsible for orientation and initial assessment of participants in the cardiac rehabilitation programDevelops plans of care for new participantsDocuments initial assessment and daily participant information and progressLeads and/or delegates participant education sessions based on staff expertise and identified participant needsDevelop and maintain current educational materials for patient educationAssess participants pre-, during, and post- exerciseSupervises exercise sessions and/or delegates based on staff experienceObtains monthly required approval of individualized treatment plans from program medical director, per Medicare guidelinesMonitors participants for inappropriate or abnormal responses to exerciseMakes appropriate referrals and /or recommendations to participants, the participant's personal physician, and/or program Medical Director as needed or as requested by patientsReports any significant participant conditions (dysrhythmias, abnormal blood pressure response, change in participant's status, etc.) immediately to the physician supervising the programInitiates ACLS measures and/or emergency care according to facility policyChecks AED equipment and other emergency supplies and equipment for proper function and adequate supply per facility policySet up and supervise emergency drills and mock codes on a routine basis giving appropriate feedback and constructive criticism where appropriateOptimize reimbursement for cardiac rehabilitation services through effective communication with all cardiac rehabilitation staff, including support and/or office staffCoordinates and/or maintains Continuous Quality Improvement program and participates in or delegates participation in quality reporting program per facility policyMaintain 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 conferencesResponsible for coordination of any routinely occurring meetings, including: organizing and planning guest speakers, education, food, and/or public communicationsEducation:Must be a 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 requirementExperience:Minimum 1 year relevant cardiac experience, preferredLicensure/Certifications:Current NYS License as a Registered Nurse, requiredMust hold current BLS CPR & ACLS certifications, requiredSkills:Interacting with PeopleCommunicationCoachingCustomer ServiceMaintain ConfidentialityCreative ThinkingMulti-TaskingTime ManagementClinical SkillsComputer SkillsSupervise OthersPhysical 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 objectsOccasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, standing, talking, walkingConstant seeing/monitor/computer use, fit testingHazards:Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposureWorking Conditions:Occasional extreme temperaturesTravel:No travel requiredBassett 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 timeMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife insurance and disability protectionRetirement benefits including an employer matchAnd more!Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full timeLPN sign on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full timeEligible Employers:A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and Valley Residential ServicesSalary 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.USD $97,760.00/Yr. USD $113,443.20/Yr.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.