Registered Nurse - Cardiac Rehab - Part Time
Avera
**Location:**
Sioux Center, IA
**Worker Type:**
Regular
**Work Shift:**
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sioux Center Health is seeking a qualified individual to join our team! Sioux Center Health has been designated a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health, awarded a Top Workplace honor by The Des Moines Register, and won Best of the Northwest in 12 healthcare categories. Sioux County also ranked #6 in the nation for being one of the Healthiest Communities according to U.S. News & World Report and CVS. There’s a reason we are a recognized healthcare leader.
**Position Highlights**
**Summary**
+ The Cardiac Rehab RN is responsible for the nursing care of the patient in cardiac rehab which includes teaching, exercise prescription, and communication with the physicians and the Cardiac Rehab Nurse Manager.
**General Hours of Work**
+ Monday through Friday (days)
**Education and/or Experience**
+ Previous experience taking blood pressures and working with patients in rehab setting is helpful. Rhythm and telemetry recognition experience is helpful. Bi-lingual experience preferred but not required. Experience with EKG rhythm recognition preferred. ACLS Certification required within 6 months of hire.
**Certificate, Licenses, Registrations**
+ Licensed as RN to practice in the state of Iowa. Must be BLS and ACLS certified within 3 months of hire date.
**Essential Functions**
+ Compiles patient information prior to admission to the program.
+ Develops exercise prescription for each individual patient and monitors the patient during exercise.
+ Communicates with the physician and Nurse Manager regarding patient progress.
+ Continually evaluates the patient visually, verbally and through diagnostic procedure, (i.e., blood pressure) during the cardiac rehab program.
+ Maintains and demonstrates knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice through the administration and evaluation of patient care.
+ Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.
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