Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Night

Select Medical•O'Fallon, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Neuro Transitional Center, a joint venture between Select Medical and SSM Health, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team. This role is crucial in providing intensive rehabilitation to individuals with acquired brain or spinal cord injuries who require specialized care before returning home. The Neuro Transitional Center has 12 beds and boasts a high success rate, with 93% of patients returning to their homes upon discharge. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives and ensure they receive this high level of service without having to leave the state.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Current State Driver’s License in good standing required
Certified BLS completion required
3-5 years experience

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in an residential care facility or rehabilitation environment preferred
Experience with brain injury population preferred
Experience as a medication aide
Ability to delegate and problem solve effectively

Responsibilities

Supervises Neuro Rehabilitation Coaches (NRC), responsible for direct patient care and functions as part of the neuro transitional rehab team.
Assists the NRC's with carrying out treatment plans and protects the wellbeing and safety of all patients; provides assistance to visitors and ensures that each shift runs smoothly.
Serves as an educator of patients, families and coworkers.
Supervises staff on assigned shift, provides guidance as needed and communicates any staff concerns to Neuro Transitional Center Leadership (NTC), or RN/Administrator On Call.
Follows through and supervises Neuro Rehab Coaches on patient plan of care in collaboration with other transitional team members including assisting in rehabilitation activities assigned to promote education, maintaining patient engagement.
Assists and helps patients achieve appropriate goals in all environments including home, therapy and community.
Coordinates with NTC leadership to ensure appropriate staffing levels according to staffing guidelines and patient needs.
Reports to NTC supervisor or Administrator on Call if there are any issues.
Assists patients in meal planning, food preparation, and assisting with grocery shopping.
Prepares grocery and facility inventory.
Carries out suite management and overall housekeeping tasks as assigned.
Responsible for coordinating patient transportation, and transporting as needed and ensuring transportation policies regarding vehicle maintenance, vehicle logs, and vehicle fueling are followed.
Attends scheduled trainings and/or meetings as needed.
Completes documentation and supervises NRCs to ensure required documentation according to Neuro Transitional Rehab (NTR) policy.
Follows through on all nurse delegation tasks as assigned including: vital signs, gastric tube management, diabetic management, O2 administration, crushing medications, intermittent catheterization of indwelling Foley catheters, catheter care, bowel and bladder program management and trach care.
Responsible for medication administration for a max of 12 patients.