RN - Cardiac Rehab

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state. CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

This job will support our Cardiac Rehabilitation program, utilizing 10-hr shifts on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. We operate a standard cardiac rehab program and, in addition, currently operate the only intensive cardiac rehab program in Washington.

This Cardiac Rehab RN position will :

• Work in conjunction with the Exercise Physiologist, and supervise exercise sessions, monitoring patients for inappropriate responses to exercise.
• Be responsible for the initial assessment of the patient, assist with the orientation of new patients, and collaborate in the development of the plan of care for the patient
• Be responsible for blood pressure checks on all patients before, during and after exercise, watching for abnormal responses on the telemetry device.
• Assesses patients before, during and after exercise, and makes appropriate referrals and / or recommendations to the patient, other staff, and Medical Director.
• Promptly report any significant patient conditions (arrhythmias, abnormal blood pressure responses, change in patient's status, etc.) to physician supervising the program. Initiate ACLS measures and / or emergency care according to the hospital policy.
• Chart and document initial assessment and daily patient information and progress.
• Educate patients and / or family members as part of either the general Cardiac Rehabilitation or Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation program.
• Check emergency supplies and equipment for proper function and adequate supply on a regular basis.
• Keep current in the field of Cardiac Rehabilitation through journals, in-services, and conferences, including completing annual competencies.
• Reflect the nursing process through an integration of knowledge, skills, experience, and attitudes needed to meet the needs of patients and families.

Job Requirements

Current Washington State licensure as an RN

CPR certification is required every two years

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing.

Strong patient assessment skills, ability to work collaboratively in team setting, current working knowledge of electronic medical records.

We're proud to share that Virginia Mason Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region's most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.

We deliver inspired people to do meaningful work.

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.