Registered Nurse - Per Diem

Registered Nurse - Per Diem - New Braunfels, Texas

New Braunfels Regional Rehabilitation Hospital in New Braunfels, Texas is a leading inpatient rehabilitation hospital serving the communities between San Antonio and Austin. We specialize in helping patients regain strength and independence after life-altering health events such as strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, complex orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions.

Our rehabilitation programs are intensive and tailored each patient receives a customized mix of physical, occupational, and speech therapies delivered daily by our enthusiastic, highly skilled team. New Braunfels Regional Rehab Hospital offers a supportive, close-knit environment with modern therapy facilities and the latest rehabilitative equipment, ensuring patients get the best possible care.

With Joint Commission accreditation and a reputation for outstanding clinical outcomes, our hospital proudly provides warm, patient-centered care that guides individuals on their journey to recovery and return to an active life.

What You Bring:

• A passion for providing patient care, strong clinical skills, and a strong collaborator with Physicians and Therapists.
• Degree from an accredited Nursing Program.
• Current State Registered Nurse License.
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Successful completion of accredited Registered Nursing program required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
• Current state license as a Registered Nurse required.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• One (1) year recent experience preferred. Acute care setting preferred.
• ACLS certification preferred in LTACH and Texas hospitals.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of and adherence to current nursing theory and practice, infection control, and wound care standards of practice.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards to ensure adherence to all standards set forth by state and accrediting agencies of TJC and CMS.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures, and utilizes proper policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for patients.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

The Registered Nurse provides professional nursing care to patients within assigned unit. The role is also responsible for patient assessments, planning, supervising, interventions, and evaluations designed to prevent complications of physical disability, restore optimal functioning, and help the patient adapt to an altered life style. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.