Registered Nurse (RN) Cardiac Rehab- PRN
Company: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital
Location: Elko
Posted on: January 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Schedule: PRN 8hr Days Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday (As
needed) Your experience matters Northeastern Nevada Regional
Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare
delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a
profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can
provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN)
joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to
making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey
where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable
difference in the lives of those we serve. How you'll contribute A
Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role: - Prioritizes and
organizes delivery of nursing care and consults with other
specialists as appropriate and adjusts nursing care processes as
indicated to ensure optimal patient care. - Teaches patients and
families the anatomy and physiology of heart attacks and discusses
medication, social habits, exercise philosophy, diet and
formulation of short- and long-term goals after discharge. -
Directs individual patients in graded physical exercise programs
according to tolerance level and may assist with inpatient and
outpatient exercise groups. Demonstrates knowledge in
Rehabilitation exercise equipment including but not limited to
treadmills, cycle ergometers, upper body ergometers, step machines
and free weights. - Assesses patient's physical and emotional
adaptation to disease and reports concerns in a timely, appropriate
manner. Responsible for chart review, making sure all necessary
documents for procedure are present. Responsible for patient
assessment to ensure that patients are prepared for scheduled
procedures. - Writes initial nursing histories and develops
individual care plans for each patient. - Presents in-service
programs to other departments and community organizations to
familiarize others regarding the prevention of heart disease and
rehabilitation of heart patients. - Consults with physicians as to
patient progress and assists physician in determining patient
readiness for discharge. - Nursing responsibilities focus on the
preventive and restorative healthcare needs of the cardiovascular
and pulmonary patients. - Communicates with the Charge RN and
Cardiac Rehab Medical Director and the patient's physician about
changes in the patient's clinical condition as appropriate. -
Assists with the orientation, education and training of all members
of the Cardiac and Pulmonary rehab unit. - Performs plan of care
intervention, including medication administration, specimen
collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care
treatment. - Documents patient care given. - Monitors, records, and
communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team,
physician, patient, and family. - Assists patients with performing
activities of daily living, including personal hygiene,
elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. - Collaborates as needed
across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient
transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support
needs. - Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and
provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture,
condition, and circumstances. - Works as an advocate for the
physical and emotional well-being of the patient. What we're
looking for - Current state RN license - Associate's degree from an
accredited nursing school. - Basic Life Support (BLS) within 14
days of hire. - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within
30 days of hire. - Minimum of 2 years RN Acute Care experience;
assist patients to complete their post op recovery program More
about Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital Northeastern Nevada
Regional Hospital is a 75-bed acute care hospital that offers
exceptional care to Elko county and the surrounding areas of
northeastern Nevada. We are recognized by the American College of
Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center and we believe that
health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all
people. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest
quality, family-friendly care available. EEOC Statement
Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity
Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to
Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and
complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and
harassment in employment. Equal opportunity and affirmative action
employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for
employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
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