LEAD CARDIAC REHAB NURSE - Union General Hospital - FT

Job Title: Lead Cardiac Rehab Nurse

Location: Union General Hospital
Department: Cardiac Rehabilitation

Position Summary:

The Lead Cardiac Rehab Nurse will oversee the daily operations of the cardiac rehabilitation program, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with clinical standards. This role combines hands-on nursing with leadership responsibilities, guiding staff and collaborating with physicians to deliver safe and effective rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care within the cardiac rehab program, including assessment, education, and monitoring.
• Lead and support nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and patient-centered environment.
• Assist in scheduling, workflow coordination, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a resource for clinical expertise and mentor team members in best practices.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred OR minimum of 5 years of experience as a Cardiac Nurse.
• Licensure: Current RN license in [State].
• Experience: 
  • Minimum 3 years in cardiac care or cardiac rehabilitation.
  • Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, exercise physiology, and rehabilitation principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical documentation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions:

• Clinical setting with exposure to patients, equipment, and routine healthcare risks.
• May require standing or walking for extended periods.

Occasional lifting of patients or equipment.