RN- Health Care (Full-Time

Registered Nurse (RN) - Full-TimeSt. Louis Resource Pool: 6-week rotations$15,000 Sign-On BonusGreat starting rates and shift differentials!Pay range is dependent on years of experience: $50/hr-$60/hr + shift differentials!Why work for SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospitals? We are committed to your growth and success!Clinical advancement programs with bonus incentivesStudent loan repayment assistanceTuition reimbursement100%-paid RN to BSN scholarship programExtensive and thorough orientation programFull benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance short and long-time disabilityPaid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)At SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospitals, a division of Select Medical, you will provide advanced treatment and comprehensive care to best address the medical, physical, emotional and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiples traumas. We employ over 48,000 people across the country and provide quality care to approximately 70,000 patients each and every day across our four divisions.ResponsibilitiesPerforms a nursing assessment as part of an on-going systematic assessment of the physical, emotional, social, educational, and functional needs of the patients/families through interview, observation, and physical examination.Teaches and counsels patients/families, and makes referrals to appropriate resource personnel when needed based on the health care needs identified.Participates as a productive member of the interdisciplinary team in assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of goals.Reviews lab and test results, notifying physician of abnormal and critical results. Performs wound care, utilizing proper documentation tools. Performs basic ventilator management and trouble-shooting.Communicates the plan of nursing care for each patient through shift change, reports, conferences, rounds, and patient care records.Demonstrates skills in handling emergency and life-threatening situations.Responsible and accountable for accurate, succinct and timely documentation of all assessments, interventions and patient's response in the medical record in accordance with policy.Assures that medical orders are transcribed and processed accurately, and integrates the medical care plan into the provision of nursing care.Assures that medication/I.V. administration is correct and according to the established nursing policies and procedures. Verbalizes policy and procedure for maintenance and care of central line catheters. Identifies critical drip medications. Regulates drip rates as ordered. Administers I.V. drugs.Provides direction, training and supervision of ancillary nursing personnel by utilizing problem solving techniques in decision making, organizing, setting priorities and using time effectively.Participates in the quality improvement activities of nursing. Actively participates on nursing committees.QualificationsMinimum requirements:Valid State RN License is required.BLS is required at hire.ACLS is required within 6 months of hire.Preferred qualifications that will make you successful:2 years clinical experience; at least 1 year experience acute care or LTACAdditional DataBenefits:Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and PST to maintain a healthy work-life balanceYour Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental planInvest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection