RN / REGISTERED NURSE - CARDIAC REHAB

Why Beebe?:

Become part of the Beebe team—an inclusive, mission‑driven organization located in a vibrant coastal community. At Beebe, you’ll build a rewarding career while making a meaningful impact on the health and well‑being of our patients. Join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and compassionate care, and experience the fulfillment that comes from supporting a community that trusts and values the work you do every day.

In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:

• Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
• Tuition Assistance up to $5,250
• Paid Time Off
• Long Term Sick accrual
• Employer Contribution Plan
• Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
• Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
• College Bound 529 Savings Plan
• Life Insurance
• Beebe Perks via WorkAdvantage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance

Overview:

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible and accountable for delivering high‑quality patient care within the Cardiac Rehabilitation areas of Heart Care, under the direction and supervision of the Cardiac and Vascular Services Manager. In this role, the RN may assume responsibility for the daily operations of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and may be designated to serve as the charge nurse on a rotating basis.

This position offers a Monday–Friday work schedule, supporting work–life balance while providing consistent patient care during regular program hours. The Cardiac Rehab RN actively supports and upholds the philosophy, values, and standards of the Cardiology Department and Beebe Medical Center, ensuring a patient‑centered, safe, and effective rehabilitation experience.

Responsibilities:

• Patient & Family Education

  • Educates patients and significant others using adult learning principles to address individualized learning needs.
  • Teaches self‑care concepts that promote long‑term risk‑factor modification and healthy lifestyle habits.

• Clinical Documentation & Communication

  • Maintains accurate, relevant, and timely nursing documentation in accordance with organizational standards.
  • Provides clear written and/or verbal progress reports to the Cardiologist and/or Primary Care Provider (PCP) as needed and upon program completion.

• Exercise Prescription & Monitoring

  • Implements, monitors, evaluates, and documents individualized exercise prescriptions for assigned patients.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and competency in using technical equipment relevant to the specialty area.

• Patient Assessment & Care Planning

  • Conducts comprehensive interviews including nursing histories and cardiovascular assessments.
  • Evaluates each patient’s environmental, psychosocial, and educational support systems to contribute effectively to discharge planning.
  • Develops nursing care plans that accurately reflect each patient’s unique needs and clinical goals.

• Emergency Preparedness & Response

  • Ensures crash carts are fully stocked, accurately labeled, and within required expiration standards.
  • Recognizes emergency situations promptly and initiates appropriate actions, including Code procedures, first aid, or CPR, in alignment with scope of practice.

• Medication & Clinical Procedures

  • Prepares and administers medications safely and per hospital policy.
  • Demonstrates continuous EKG monitoring proficiency, including identification of dysrhythmias and provision of appropriate patient care interventions.

• Quality & Performance Improvement

  • Actively participates in performance improvement initiatives, including evaluating processes, reporting findings, and following through on recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated teaching experience and strong patient‑education skills, utilizing effective strategies for adult learners.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a critical care setting, with proven clinical competency.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate across disciplines.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, support, and contribute to team success in a collaborative environment.
• Case management experience preferred, including coordination of care and assessment of patient needs and resources.
• Positive attitude and the ability to support and enhance patient morale in all interactions.
• Proficient in dysrhythmia recognition, with the ability to identify and respond appropriately to cardiac rhythm disturbances.
• Past experience using the EPIC EHR system preferred

Credentials:

• RN - Registered Nurse
• BLS - Basic Life Saving certification
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Education:

• RN Diploma/RN Graduate Program

Entry: USD $36.20/Hr. Max: USD $59.73/Hr.