Registered Nurse - Cardiac Rehab

Who We Are


At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well-being of every teammember.


Our Legacy


Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region-including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center-you'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team making a difference every day.


Our Values


Our core values- Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE)-guide every interaction and decision. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating what makes us unique, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.


Your Career With Us


Join us and build a meaningful career where you're valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.


Excellence. Every person. Every time.


JOB SUMMARY


Consults with Cardiac Rehab patients to assess and implement cardiopulmonary rehabilitative health needs. Helps develop positive lifestyle habits for the patients in order to help them recover and maintain maximum health to prevent any associated complications. Monitors each patient's heart function, and designs customized programs that include nutritional counseling, supervised exercise, emotional support, and education about other lifestyle changes. Required to run multiple exercise classes for patients and convey their progress reports to their respective cardiologist. Proficient in EKG monitoring and checking patient vitals during class times. Obtains lipid profiles for patients, as well as performs mock cardiac codes for the cardiac rehab staff. First responder for emergency situations in Cardiac Rehab. Competent with the use of an AED and portable oxygen.


JOB QUALIFICATIONS


Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Bachelor's degree preferred.


Licensure : CPR and ACLS certified. Registered nurse in the state of Tennessee.


Experience: Twenty-four (24) month recent and relevant experience.


Skills: Must be able to effectively provide nursing skills as it relates to cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, including adequate documentation, interpretation of medical data, and relate appropriate to the participant and their support structure, colleagues, physicians, and other health care workers. Must be able to perform phlebotomy. Bilingual preferred.