Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Rehabilitation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) RehabilitationJob Type: Full Time | Days$5,000 Sign on BonusKnoxville Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 57-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.Knoxville Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.We are accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF-accredited for our Stroke Specialty program.How you'll contributeThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering treatments, assisting in assessments, and supporting interdisciplinary care planning in accordance with the patient's needs.Essential FunctionsAdminister medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy.Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families.Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.Perform other duties as assigned.Additional InformationDemonstrates strong clinical skills and commitment to safe, patient-centered care.Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.Qualifications and requirementsGraduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.Minimum six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.CPR/BLS certification required; IV Certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months.What we offerComprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accountsCompetitive paid time off for full-time employeesIncome-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverageTuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matchingEmployee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellnessProfessional development and growth opportunities