Acute Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Overview

The Acute Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (RN) plays a vital role in providing high-quality care for primarily adult patients in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. The RN will collaborate with a dedicated healthcare team to deliver individualized patient care and support families throughout the recovery process.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care to patients in accordance with established protocols and best practices.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary.
• Provide education to patients and their families regarding care plans and rehabilitation goals.
• Utilize lift equipment and other tools to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Document all patient interactions and care provided in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Required: 1-2 years of acute nursing experience.
• Required: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Preferred: Experience in rehabilitation, MedSurg, or Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) settings.
• Mandatory reporter certification for both child and adult abuse is required.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Work Environment

The unit has 13 beds and maintains a patient-to-nurse ratio of 1 RN to 6 patients. Nurses may be required to float to MedSurg as needed. Weekend hours are expected every other weekend, and there are no call requirements.

Additional Information

• Will allow starts on Monday or Tuesday.
• All onboarding requirements must be completed prior to the start date, including background checks, drug screening, and immunization titers within the last 12 months.

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic RN to enhance their skills in a supportive rehabilitation environment. Join the team dedicated to providing exceptional care and fostering recovery for patients.