RN Supervisor – Inpatient Rehabilitation
About The Position
The RN Supervisor – Inpatient Rehabilitation Services provides visible, hands-on leadership and operational oversight for the inpatient rehabilitation unit. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care through effective coordination of 24/7 clinical operations, staff performance, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This position functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team and maintains a consistent presence on the unit, working alongside nursing, therapy, physicians, and case management staff to support patient care, problem-solve in real time, and drive clinical excellence. The RN Supervisor balances front line engagement with leadership accountability, supporting day-to-day operations while maintaining responsibility for staff development, quality outcomes, patient experience, and regulatory compliance.
Requirements
- RN experience > 2yr in ACUTE REHAB or RN Supervisor Experience in the MED/SURG Setting
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) - Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN) within 2yrs
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Bachelor's Degree: Nursing (Required)
- Nursing in Acute Rehab >2yrs
Responsibilities
- Manages personnel in assigned area, including interviewing, scheduling, performance management, coaching, and disciplinary actions.
- Monitors employee performance and ensures timely communication related to goal setting, performance evaluations, and ongoing personnel actions.
- Develops, reviews, and revises department policies and procedures.
- Supports development and management of operational needs including staffing and resource allocation.
- Demonstrates and reinforces organizational standards, including the Carle Experience and Standards of Behavior.
- Provides day-to-day leadership and oversight of inpatient rehabilitation unit operations.
- Maintains a consistent presence on the unit through rounding and active engagement with staff, patients, and families.
- Supports onboarding, orientation, and competency validation.
- Coordinates staffing, patient flow, and resource allocation to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Addresses real-time operational concerns and escalates issues as appropriate.
- Maintains availability and presence during night and weekend shifts as operationally necessary to support audit completion, staff education, regulatory readiness, and implementation of unit-based initiatives.
- Participates in direct patient care as needed to support team operations and maintain clinical competency.
- Ensures patient care aligns with regulatory and accreditation standards.
- Collaborates with nursing, therapy, physicians, and case management to optimize patient outcomes.
- Participates in interdisciplinary rounds and care planning.
- Participates in/completes audits, surveys, and continuous improvement activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
