RN - PRN Cardiac Rehab at Perry Memorial Hospital – Princeton, Illinois

Job Summary:

Evaluates Cardiac and Pulmonary patients and formulates a nursing plan of care; implements the plan; evaluates the patient’s and families nursing care needs and; provides health educational needs for patients, significant others and physicians; manages patient care assignments; demonstrates professional and clinical competence; provides age specific patient care; supports program compliance and maintenance of all records and logs; provides daily clinical nursing services on a PRN basis.

Education and Credentials:

1. Diploma, Associate or Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing
2. One year of recent and relevant experience in a Coronary Care or intensive care setting or Cardiac Rehabilitation
3. Current and valid license with the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation; current CPR and ACLS certifications required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

1. A strong command of knowledge required to manage Cardiac and Pulmonary patients
2. Ability to navigate and effectively utilize the software and technology used in the department
3. Good communication skills and ability to work independently
4. Ability to use proper body mechanics when lifting, pushing and pulling
5. Motor coordination to work with equipment.

Essential Functions

1. Plans and executes Cardiac Rehabilitation services of the hospital under the direction of the immediate supervisor.
2. Handles all communication with patients, Medical Staff, Board of Directors, visitors, and other staff members courteously, compassionately and professionally.
3. Assists the Director and completes tasks to ensure compliance.
4. Performs all duties timely, completely and independently, including delegated tasks.
5. Responds to changes in workload and demonstrates an ability to recognize and deal with priorities promptly.
6. Performs all job duties in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and the PMH Corporate Compliance program.
7. Demonstrates understanding of the department’s skills check lists, competencies and current performance indicators and contributes to their completion, as applicable to the position.
8. Coordinates patient scheduling as needed.
9. Serves as a resource to members of the clinical team in understanding the needs of the patient population as defined in the department scope of services
10. Incorporates patient teaching into professional practice according to the individual patient’s/ family’s needs.

Other Functions

1. Performs others duties as assigned.
2. Demonstrates accountability for staff under their direct supervision.
3. Understands and applies emergency plan codes and procedures.
4. Maintains a neat and safe work area; removes and/or reports any equipment malfunctions, facility hazards, and building fixture repairs.