Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary : A Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation RN II helps patients recover from heart and lung conditions by providing clinical care, education, and lifestyle support.
Primary Responsibilities :
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.
- Patient Assessment : Evaluate patients’ physical and emotional status, medical history, and rehabilitation needs.
- Care Planning : Develop individualized rehabilitation plans in collaboration with physicians, exercise physiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Monitoring and Treatment : Supervise exercise sessions and monitor vital signs (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation).
- Administer medications and oxygen therapy as needed.
- Respond to cardiac or pulmonary emergencies during rehab sessions.
- Education and Counseling : Teach patients about heart-healthy and lung-friendly lifestyles, including diet, exercise, smoking cessation, and stress management.
- Provide psychosocial support to help patients cope with chronic illness or recovery.
- Documentation : Maintain accurate records of patient progress, interventions, and outcomes.
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.Experience : Background in cardiac, pulmonary, critical care, or emergency nursing is preferred.Licensure / Certifications :BLS required. ACLS required.
UM-BWMC arrhythmias course (or its equivalent) completion required.If RN, current Maryland License required.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology.ECG interpretation.Exercise physiology.Patient education techniques.Additional Information
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Compensation
Pay Range : $37-$54.18Other Compensation (if applicable) :Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide
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