Job Description

We’re seeking a skilled and compassionate Cardiac Rehab Clinician to join our team. This role involves assessing and treating patients recovering from cardiac events, guiding them through exercise, nutrition, and education goals, and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess patients using subjective and objective data, including discharge planning

• Assist patients in setting and tracking goals for exercise, nutrition, and education

• Monitor exercise sessions, including telemetry and patient response

• Complete discharge summaries and track functional outcomes for national registry and certification

• Provide education on exercise, nutrition, and medications

• Support program standards for national recertification

Qualifications

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in nursing, respiratory therapy, or related healthcare field with 2+ years of specialty experience

  • OR Associate’s degree with 5+ years of specialty experience

• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years working with cardiac patients and telemetry monitoring

• Licensure/Certification:

  • Current RN license in Maryland or Compact state with Multi-State Privilege

  • OR Maryland Respiratory Care Practitioner license

  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications

• Skills:

  • Strong clinical judgment and communication skills

  • Ability to educate and motivate patients

  • Familiarity with national cardiac rehab standards

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 lbs)

• Fine hand-eye coordination and hearing acuity

• Ability to concentrate on detail, remember multiple tasks, and communicate clearly

• Exposure to blood, body fluids, chemicals, and temperature fluctuations

Caring for our Team

We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.
Caring for our Team
We are committed to supporting the well-being and professional development of our team members through a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement
Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay
Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.