At Wentworth-Douglass, we value people who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health; we recognize and reward those who share our values and transform our patients' lives. We invite you to explore opportunities, cultivate community wellness and professional growth.1. Under the supervision of Rehab Nurse, the EP will assist in monitoring the physical and psychological well-being ofthe cardiac and pulmonary rehab patienta. Checks supplies and performs daily code cart per policy and records resultsb. Able to operate exercise equipmentc. Able to recognize abnormal heart rhythm and initiate proper emergency responsed. Conducts group exercise programs as assignede. Able to assess accurate VS including BP, HR, Resp and O2 saturation.f. Communicates with RN regarding patient's condition, reaction and responses to exercise.2. Collaborates with the rehab team to develop and monitor the individualized treatment plan. Implements thetreatment and interventions and will continuously evaluate and document the patient's progress towards attainmentof goals and expected outcomes.a. Collaborates with RN and PT to develop individualized exercise prescription and goalsb. Documents patient assessment, plan interventions and response in accordance with applicable policies andproceduresc. Maintains medical record including assessment, interventions and clinical responsed. Performs Reassessment and goal adjustment according to policye. Documents patient outcomes that reflect goal achievement.3. Provide quality care based on patient needs, established standards of care and according to policy and proceduresa. Demonstrates the ability to provide competent, effective care.b. Demonstrates the ability to use all applicable equipment and software applicationsc. Provides care that maintains patient confidentially, comfort and safetyd. Prioritizes and organizes work appropriately to effectively meet patient needse. Provides care in accordance with hospital policies/procedures and dept. protocolsf. Collaborates and communicates relevant patient data to appropriate persons clearly and effectively4. Demonstrates knowledge of unit / department quality improvement program or process.a. Demonstrates contribution to unit based programs and strategies to monitor continuously improve thequality of patient care.b. Identifies opportunities for improvement in processes of care and other improvements at dept. level.c. Actively participates in the collection and use of date and or evaluation relative to unit based improvements5. Demonstrates clinical skills necessary for pertinent and accurate data collection.a. Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to care of the rehabpopulationb. Identifies education needs and seeks opportunities for improvementc. Completes annual rehab competenciesd. Shows commitment to learning new knowledge and skills to enhance services to patientsQualificationsExperience Minimum RequiredWork or internship experience in phase 2 and 3 cardiac and pulmonary rehab. Experience in assessment, goaldevelopment and interventions for the cardio/pulmonary patient population.Successful completion of related internshipExperience Preferred/Desired1 year experience in phase 2 and 3 Cardiac and pulmonary RehabEducation Minimum RequiredBachelors degree in Exercise PhysiologyEducation Preferred/DesiredTraining Minimum RequiredTraining in basic EKG recognition, exercise prescription and evaluation of goals and outcomes for the rehabpatient.Training Preferred/DesiredTraining in Cardiac and pulmonary rehab or equivalent combination of education and experienceSpecial Skills Minimum RequiredProfessional in interacting with people of various backgrounds, skill levels, and value systems. To have a calm,reassuring demeanor. To have the ability to provide excellent internal and external customer service and mustalso have the ability to multi-task and prioritize.Licensure and/or Certifications RequiredBLS for Healthcare Provider (upon hire) Basic Arrhythmia (within 6 months of hire) Advanced Cardiac LifeSupport(within 1 year of hire)Licensure and/or Certifications Preferred/DesiredACSM CEP
