PRN Cardiac Rehab RN

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital – Registered Nurse – Cardiac Rehab

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed facility located in Elko, Nevada.   We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and more.   We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center.   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.

Where We Are:

Elko is the largest city of Elko County, Nevada.  Located near the Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, Elko is called the Swiss Alps of Nevada.  Here you’ll find year-round access to recreation and more than 20 alpine lakes.   The city’s economy is heavy with gold mining, ranching, tourism, and casinos.  The entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada is located approx. six hours away.  With us is where you want to be.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more…

Position Summary: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is looking for an RN to work in our Cardiopulmonary Department. Responsibilities include:

• Demonstrating good rapport with Cardiac Rehabilitation LPN, students, and volunteers when performing supervisory duties.
• Teaching patients and families anatomy and physiology of heart attacks, medication, social habits, exercise philosophy, diet and formulation of short- and long-term goals after discharge.
• Directing individual patients in graded physical exercise programs according to tolerance level.
• Assisting with inpatient and outpatient exercise groups. Assessing patient’s physical and emotional adaptation to disease and reporting concerns in a timely, appropriate manner.
• Presenting in-service programs to other departments and community organizations to familiarize others regarding the prevention of heart disease and rehabilitation of heart patients.
• Consulting with physicians as to patient progress.
• Assisting physician in determining patient readiness for discharge.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:  Associate’s degree in Nursing or higher. 
• Experience:  One year experience in an acute hospital setting, outpatient service or ambulatory surgical setting required.
• Other Requirements:  Current Nevada RN license.  American Heart Association Certifications required upon hire: BLS and ACLS.

EEOC Statement:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.