*Director Rehabilitation Services: St. David's HealthCare

St. David’s HealthCare has been awarded #1 Best Places to Work in Central Texas by the Austin Business Journal. In addition, two of our facilities have been awarded Texas Nurse Friendly by the Texas Nurses Association. The other three facilities have applied for designation.

Cardiac Rehabiltation Center

The goal of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Center is to provide complete and individualized rehabilitation services as appropriate to promote and improve the functional abilities of patients recovering from heart-related events. We serve a predominately Medicare clientele; however, clients with a variety of payment sources are also seen.

Clients are referred by their attending physician, with a documented diagnosis of:

· Acute MI within the preceding 12 months

· Coronary bypass surgery

· Stable angina pectoris

· Heart valve repair/replacement

· Percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) or coronary stenting heart or heart-lung transplant

Phase II is an 18-week, monitored exercise program with a planned educational program. The client may receive a maximum of 36 cardiac rehabilitation sessions. The Phase II program is monitored by an ACLS-certified RN and an ACLS-certified, Master’s-prepared Exercise Physiologist. Cardiac Rehab Techs are also utilized as needed for safe and progressive programs.

Phase III is a self-monitored exercise program overseen by an RN, Exercise Physiologist or Cardiac Rehab Tech, who provides direction to the client as needed. Rehab or med/surg experience is preferred. 12-hour shifts are available.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer, and in accordance with the hospital policies and procedures, the Director has total responsibility for the fiscal and operational management of multiple nursing units.

1. Oversees the operations of several units/departments in accordance with hospital and nursing department philosophy, policies, procedures, protocols and standards.
2. Develops and monitors departmental budgets.
3. Assures the acquisition and retention of qualified personnel.
4. Develops a professional climate with in the nursing units.
5 . Develops departmental goals consistent with hospital/system strategic plans and operations.
6 . Maintains current professional growth through independent study, and attending inservice programs and workshops.
7. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

Required:
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Minimum of 2 years director experience in the area of specialization or area that provides similar type of care.

Or Baccalaureate in a Rehabilitation Science: Physical Therapist

Preferred:
MSN or appropriate Masters Degree.

Or Masters degree in a rehabilitation science

Licenses/Certification:

Required:
License to practice as a Registered Nurse in Texas.

Or License to practice as a Physical Therapist in Texas.

Current certification as BLS course C or D provider.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Works autonomously, sets priorities and makes independent decisions of a complex nature. Interfaces directly with public, physicians, staff patients, administration and ancillary/ support department representatives. Written and verbal communication skills adequate for performance of the position. Maintains confidentiality of patient’s medical records. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Must be able to demonstrate understanding of HCA’s and St. David’s “Patients First" safety initiative by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures.