RN Spinal Cord Injury Rehab FT Nights
About The Position
The RN Spinal Cord Injury Rehab nurse champions multiple patients as they begin their rehabilitation journey. The nurse encourages, comforts, and prepares patients for therapy while working with physicians, case managers, therapists, families, and other care team members. The role supports patients as they work toward milestones and provides coordinated, compassionate care tailored to their diagnoses and psychosocial needs. The nurse prioritizes, coordinates, and delegates patient care; monitors vital signs and life-support measures; advocates for a safe environment; prevents and treats wounds; and helps ensure continuity of care and effective communication. The position also includes patient and family education and collaboration with the nursing supervisor and care team. This is a full-time night-shift role. A sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 is offered to eligible candidates.
Requirements
- Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana, as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- BSN.
- One year of experience in a related clinical area.
Responsibilities
- Prioritize, coordinate, and delegate patient care touchpoints.
- Evaluate vital signs according to standards of care and monitor life-support measures, including advanced heart and respiratory technology.
- Apply knowledge of complex patient conditions, including psychosocial needs.
- Maintain and advocate for a safe environment.
- Communicate promptly with patients, families, and appropriate care team members about significant events, changes in patient condition, and questions or concerns.
- Prevent and treat wounds.
- Monitor and carry out Joint Commission infection control and environment-of-care requirements.
- Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional patient experience.
- Collaborate and consult with the nursing supervisor to identify and meet overall patient-care needs, including when assignments or tasks cannot be completed promptly, effectively, or safely.
- Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum-of-care services.
- Assist team members without being asked.
Benefits
- Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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