Overview

At St. Joseph Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, St. Joseph Medical Center is actively seeking new members to join its award-winning team!

Founded in 1874 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, St. Joseph Medical Center has a long tradition of providing high-quality, compassionate care. Its Catholic heritage and the spirit of our founding Sisters continue today in our mission of caring for the community. The Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is the Catholic Sponsor for St. Joseph Medical Center, under the leadership of his Excellency Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr.

St. Joseph Medical Center has received numerous awards for its quality and clinical excellence. We believe that continuous quality of care and performance improvements are the foundation for preserving and enhancing healthcare delivery. For information, visitwww.stjosephkc.com.

We offer:

• Competitive Compensation

• Generous benefits plan: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

• Substantial PTO

• Continuing Educational Opportunities

• Collaborative work teams & cohorts

• 5k Sign-On Bonus!

Responsibilities

The Cardiac Rehab Nurse Provides direct patient care within the scope of practice for inpatient and outpatient cardiac patients. The Cardiac Rehab Nurse communicates with physicians about changes in the patient's clinical condition when needed. The RN manages theefficient flowof patient activity during cardiac rehab sessions,oversees monitoring and response to exerciseand initiates emergency procedures according to policy. Provideseducation and counsel patientsand families regarding medication,identifying risk factorsanddeveloping life-style modificationspertaining tocardiac diseaseand related health issues. Responsible for initialassessments and assists in individual treatment plans(ITP), participation in performance Improvement activities, unit meetings and in-services. Possess knowledge of ACC/AHA guidelines related to heart failure and acts as a resource for other personnel as appropriate. Responsible for adherence to regulations, standards of the (American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation AACVPR) and hospital or unit policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

• Current and valid state RN License.

• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.

• ACLS 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

• PALS 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

• Previous acute care hospital experience; preferred.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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FacilitySt. Joseph Medical Center

LocationUS-MO-Kansas City

ID2024-153058

CategoryRN

Position TypePart Time < 60

ShiftDays

Job TypeNon-Exempt