Up to $20,000 sign-on bonus for well qualified candidates

Day/Hours: Full time – M-F 40 hours per week

Summary:

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers direct patient care to cardiac rehabilitation participants through the development and implementation of individualized plans of care focused on cardiac risk factor modification, exercise therapy, patient education, and recovery support. The RN collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary team members to promote safe, effective, and evidence-based cardiac rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized cardiac rehabilitation plans.
• Monitor and supervise cardiac rehab exercise sessions.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to changes or emergencies.
• Provide education on heart-healthy lifestyle changes, medications, and risk reduction.
• Maintain accurate documentation and coordinate care with providers and the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in program quality improvement and regulatory compliance activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse required; 3+ years strongly preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Cardiac Rehabilitation and Stress Testing required; 3+ years strongly preferred.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification, or ability to obtain within three months of hire.
• Demonstrated competency in EKG interpretation and cardiac rhythm monitoring.

Decatur County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Healthy Steps Childcare, which opened in August 2026, is conveniently located adjacent to Decatur County Hospital, providing employees with the opportunity of quality childcare close to work.