Registered Staff Nurse - Rehab

GENERAL

• The RN will assess, plan, implement and evaluate the total nursing care for a designated group of pediatrics to geriatric patients undergoing a variety of rehabilitative and disease processes. The RN works toward the improvement of care and quality of life for patients. Reports to : Clinically directed by Unit Manager, Charge Nurse, Supervisor. Administratively to Nurse Executive Provides Supervision to: Staff RN's when acting as charge nurse, LPN's and PCP's.
• Develops an ongoing comprehensive data base (Admission assessment) for each patient using patient, families and significant others and other health care workers as sources of information when appropriate.
• Monitors and recognizes obvious deviations from normal age appropriate level and recognizes subtle alterations in the patient's physiological and psychological status that may indicate potential or actual patient problems.
• Gives a thorough concise report at change of shift
• Assesses and facilitates patient / caregiver interaction and relationship

• Medical
• 403(b)
• Continuing Education
• Tuition Reimbursement EDUCATION /

• Graduate of an Accredited Nursing School
• Active RN license in the State of Illinois required
• BLS CPR for Healthcare Providers AHA approved, Level C required
• BSN Preferred
• 1-2 years of experience within a hospital setting
• Leadership ability
• Good Interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to function independently within scope of clinical practice

Nights shift · 1900-730