Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our rehabilitation unit. This position is focused on providing high-quality, patient-centered care to adults requiring inpatient rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care according to established nursing practices and procedures.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Assist patients with daily living activities, mobility, and rehabilitation exercises.
• Monitor patient health and progress, documenting changes and responses to treatment.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding care and rehabilitation processes.
• Respond promptly to patient needs, including answering call lights and engaging in additional assistance as required.
• Participate in safety and quality initiatives to enhance patient care and hospital performance.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 13 weeks of Epic experience.
• Previous experience in inpatient rehab or medical-surgical nursing is preferred.
• At least 1 year of nursing experience in a skilled nursing or other 24/7 care environment is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is mandatory.

Unit Information

• Bed Capacity: 50
• Typical Patient Ratio: 1:7
• Patient Population: Adults with high acuity needs requiring inpatient rehabilitation services.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities available.

Work Schedule

This position requires a commitment to 12-hour shifts from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM, with every other weekend and holiday rotation. Attendance is crucial, and adherence to internal attendance and tardiness policies is expected.

Additional Information

All nurses are expected to participate actively in patient care and assist in various tasks to ensure a safe and effective rehabilitative environment. In light of the high acuity nature of the patient population, nurses must be prepared to engage dynamically with their responsibilities.

Orientation Dates

• January 6th & 20th
• February 17th
• March 17th
• April 14th
• May 12th
• June 9th
• July 7th & 21st
• August 18th
• September 15th
• October 13th
• November 10th
• December 8th

If you are passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives in a fast-paced and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for this position.