Registered Nurse, Cardiac Rehabilitation

About the role

Rutherford Regional Health System 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) - Cardiac Rehabilitation 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.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with nurses and exercise physiologists to care for patients recovering from cardiac or pulmonary events.
• Assists with patient workflow, including cardiac telemetry monitoring, vital signs, patient assessments, and patient education.
• Supports development and maintenance of individualized exercise prescriptions and assists with exercise equipment setup and monitoring.
• Performs ongoing assessments including physical, psychosocial, and educational needs.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, physicians, and families as appropriate.
• Documents patient care and interventions accurately.
• Assists with cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining equipment to ensure a safe patient environment.
• Maintains logs and documentation as required.
• Collaborates across disciplines to support coordinated patient care and recovery goals.
• Participates in professional development opportunities and attends required in-services.
• Assists with orientation and training of team members as needed.

Requirements

• Current RN license to practice in NC (NC licensure or multi-state (compact) license).
• Associate's degree in Nursing required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience preferred; recent acute care experience within the past 3 years preferred.
• Experience in cardiac, pulmonary, or rehabilitation settings preferred.

Skills

• Strong critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced or potentially stressful environment and respond appropriately.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for patient education, recovery, and long-term wellness.
• BLS and ACLS certification.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage – medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period – tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Schedule

Schedule: 32 hours weekly. Monday‑Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. No weekends.