RN - Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety over the years, which have included a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.

Job Summary:

Coordinates systems and procedures with the rehab team, facilitator, and mentor to cultivate a safe, efficient, and effective environment of care. The RN is responsible for designing, implementing, and evaluating patient care by coordinating, delegating, and supervising the care provided by the healthcare team.

Specifically, guides staff or provides direct patient care, including evaluation and physician prescribed exercise with an emphasis on development of individualized exercise programs based on initial assessment/results.Provides risk factor modification, education and counseling in order to limit adverse physiologic and psychological effects of cardiac, pulmonary or vascular illness, provides secondary prevention and enhances optimal wellness.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Graduate of an Accredited School or College of Nursing. 2. Current licensure to practice as Registered Nurse. 3. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification. 4. One (1) year experience in Critical Care nursing or related area and one (1) year experience involving the treatment of Cardiac/pulmonary Rehab patients. 5. Thorough knowledge of cardiac arrhythmia interpretation. PREFERRED: Strong background in pacemaker interpretation and functioning. 6. Clinical expertise, extensive knowledge and experience with the patient population served. 7. Strong interpersonal relationship skills. 8. Excellent communication and coaching skills. 9. Effective prioritization and organizational skills.