What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Cardiac Rehab position at Cass Health?
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Education and Experience Requirements
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EDUCATION:
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Required:
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Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
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Preferred:
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Bachelor of Science
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LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
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Required:
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Valid Iowa Nursing license or from a reciprocating state
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BLS & ACLS within six months of hire
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Preferred:
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Professional certification through AACVPR
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TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
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Required:
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Successful completion of an Arrhythmia Analysis Course
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Completion of in-service for child/adult abuse reporting
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Preferred:
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2 years clinical experience in a Med/Surg setting and/or ICU setting
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Essential Job Functions
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Demonstrates the ability to accurately recognize and identify cardiac rhythms implementing appropriate nursing care according to hospital policies and ACLS protocol.
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Uses the nursing process to develop and implement the Individual Treatment Plan of Care, evaluating individual risk factors for Coronary Artery Disease and providing education to the patient, family and/or caregiver, and amending the Plan of Care to meet individual needs.
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Performs procedures according to policy and accurately administers medications as ordered by the physician.
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Attends continuing education seminars to maintain current competency in cardiovascular care and concepts and seeks opportunities to increase knowledge and skills.
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Uses critical thinking skills to recognize changes in patient status and reports and documents pertinent observations. Collaborates with physician, supervisor and other clinical personnel on cases identified as high risk for safety, disease process or other circumstances that may affect patient , family, staff or community and provides follow up to assure resolution.
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Follows established infection control/universal precautions to optimally protect self and the patients receiving care.
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Demonstrates ability to function in an accurate and precise manner in crisis and emergency situations.
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Participates as a team member in providing and coordinating patient care and services, demonstrating tact, tolerance, sensitivity, sound judgment and a professional attitude.
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Maintains knowledge base regarding hospital philosophy, departmental policy and procedures and customer service standards and attends a minimum of 50% unit staff meetings to maintain awareness of job-related issues.
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Completes and maintains clinical records accurately and timely according to hospital policy and respects and maintains confidentiality of patient and hospital information.
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Perform all other duties as assigned.
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About Cass Health
Cass Health is a thriving, independent rural health system in southwest Iowa. We proudly serve over 40,000 unique patients each year and support more than 150,000 outpatient encounters across our hospital and four rural health clinics. Our team includes nearly 500 employees, more than 80 providers, and over 100 volunteers—making us the largest employer in Cass County and one of the largest Critical Access Hospitals in Iowa.
We’ve earned consistent recognition for excellence:
Top 100 Critical Access Hospital every year since 2017 Top 20 Critical Access Hospital every year since 2021 Top Iowa Workplace for over a decade HFMA MAP Award Winner for Revenue Cycle Performance (2021)We offer services ranging from primary care to surgical specialties, bariatrics, OB/GYN, orthopedics, oncology, ENT, and more. Cass Health also operates a full-service eye care center and is a leader in regional maternal health outreach.
Cass Health Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of our team members. This includes medical and dental insurance, employer-paid life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Employees will participate in the Iowa Public Employees' Retirement System (IPERS) and can participate in a 403(b) retirement plan. We also provide generous paid time off, short-term disability benefits, and support for continuing education through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
