Full-time RN

Full Time RN for a new skilled nursing center 8 hour shift. Rehabilitation Nurse Job Description A rehabilitation nurse works specifically in a skilled rehabilitation facility. However, a rehabilitation nurse does not only provide assistance with rehab work – a person working at this position will also be responsible for the overall health and comfort of the patient he or she has been assigned. A rehabilitation nurse performs the duties of a regular nurse as well as those that are particular to the rehabilitation of the assigned patient. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO DO THE JOB Educated to degree level. Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description Demonstrates flexibility in working practice. Knowledge of current best practice in chosen specialty. Experience or commitment to interdisciplinary working Advanced communication skills Ability to work independently Qualifications/Training Registered Nurse As a rehabilitation nurse, it will be your responsibility to ensure that the assigned patients are provided both medical and holistic care that he or she requires, in order to achieve individualized Rehabilitation goals. Many rehabilitation nurses also provide care to terminally ill patients, aiming to make their last months, weeks or days easy. As a rehabilitation nurse, you will need one basic attribute to succeed – empathy. Since you will be working with patients who are frustrated due to their inability to cope with their physical and / or mental conditions, you will need to be patient and understanding as well. Assess and evaluate patients to determine the cause and effects of illnesses, diseases and conditions. Work with doctors and other rehabilitation team members to develop individualized care plans for all assigned patients. Confer with patients’ families to determine any special circumstances and ensure that any significant information is included in the patients’ files. Educate patients and families to help them adjust to the changes in their lives brought on by accidents or illnesses. Teach life skills to patients who may have lost them due to injury or chronic illnesses. Act as patient advocate. Ascertain that each patient thrives in a safe and comfortable environment by ensuring that any hazards or problems are kept at bay. Intervene with other members of the rehabilitation program to ensure that optimal opportunity for recovery is made available to patients. First-hand experience in conducting intake evaluations by screening, interviewing and examining patients according to established procedures. Deeply familiar with performing patient and family education. Unmatched ability to create and implement patient-centered rehabilitation plans that align with the priorities set by attending physicians and related disciplines. Qualified to provid rehabilitation support that is of the highest possible quality, and completely patient-centered. Competent in using a holistic approach to meeting assigned patients’ medical, vocational and educational needs. Reporting back to other Disciplines within the team on any changes regarding their specialist equipment. To understand, appropriately select and monitor safe use of equipment (ADL, Physiotherapy and nursing) including recommendations for special orders and to make referrals where necessary. Be competent in the use of medical devices and all other equipment used in the service. Exceptionally well-versed in preparing patients and their families for future self-management and decision-making responsibilities. Effectively able to implement plans of care directly to maintain and restore functions, and prevent complications in the future. Maintain patient records in line with hospital guidelines and policies for records and record keeping. Working Conditions: Exposure to bodily fluids (urine, feces, blood) Exposure to body odors, Exposure to infectious diseases Exposure to hazardous environments. Shift turn over.