Licensed Practical Nurse
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DescriptionA career at Community Rehabilitation Hospital West, a new 40-bed, 50,000-square-foot, two-story inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Community Health System, is more than a job. Its a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in Indy who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Brownsburg area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!$5,000 Incentive BonusNew competitive pay ratesVarious shift availabilitiesTuition assistance/reimbursementLow nurse-to-patient ratiosLow therapist-to-patient ratiosExpansive benefit packageProfessional development and advancement opportunitiesTargeted approach to career developmentStrong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunitiesSuperior quality patient outcomesSupportive leadership and cultureCEU SupportState-of-the-art equipmentWhat you will do in this role:Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patientPerforms patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patients age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patientsUnder the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventionsUnder the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessmentsCarry out the plan of care as indicated by the patients needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patients condition and individual needsInteracts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of careDemonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain managementOther duties as assignedQualificationsRequirements:Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse programCurrent state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational NurseCPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferredIV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferredMinimum six months Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferredExcellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsCommunity Rehabilitation Hospital West strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.RequiredPreferredJob IndustriesOther.