License Practical Nurse Day Shift
About The Position
Exalt Health is an acute rehabilitation hospital providing intensive rehabilitation to patients who can tolerate three hours of rehabilitation services per day. The hospital cares for patients with complex rehabilitative needs, including stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, head trauma, medically debilitating conditions, neurological disorders, cardiopulmonary conditions, amputations, orthopedic injuries, and multiple major traumas. The Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN), under the direction of a Registered Nurse, provides nursing care, health teaching, and health counseling to assigned patients during a shift. The nurse supports the delivery of care by assisting with implementation of the interdisciplinary and nursing plans of care. In the inpatient rehabilitation setting, the LVN/LPN supports the nursing team and helps patients during recovery.
Requirements
- Current, unencumbered license to practice vocational nursing in the state where currently practicing.
- Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Graduate of an accredited school of professional vocational nursing.
- Strong clinical skills in basic patient care, medication administration under RN supervision, and vital-sign monitoring.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
- Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Understanding of rehabilitation principles and a passion for helping patients regain independence.
Nice To Haves
- Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Responsibilities
- Assist registered nurses with patient assessments, vital-sign monitoring, medication administration under RN supervision, and basic care such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.
- Work alongside therapists to assist patients with activities of daily living and other rehabilitation activities as directed by the care plan.
- Provide basic patient education on self-care practices and promote a positive, supportive environment.
- Document patient care activities, observations, and responses to treatment accurately under the direction of the RN.
- Help maintain a clean and organized patient-care area and follow patient safety protocols.
- Provide nursing care, health teaching, and health counseling to assigned patients during a shift.
- Assist with implementation of the interdisciplinary and nursing plans of care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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