Registered Nurse (RN) - Weekend Night Shift

Registered Nurse (RN)
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in the Inpatient Rehabilitation Department. This position requires a focus on providing specialized care for patients with rehabilitation needs, including those recovering from strokes, aneurysms, surgical procedures, and other neurological diagnoses.
Key Responsibilities

Manage a patient caseload that includes acute care rehabilitation patients.
Perform nursing assessments and develop care plans tailored to patient needs.
Conduct telephone triage and respond to pharmacy calls and patient refill requests.
Document patient health history, including allergies and prior health issues.
Monitor vital signs (blood pressure, respiration, temperature, and pulse).
Execute medication reconciliation and interpret laboratory results.
Assist in dressing changes and set up aseptic/sterile procedure trays.
Collect lab specimens, including capillary samples, throat swabs, and urine samples (e.g., UA Clean Catch).
Provide education and support to patients and families regarding rehabilitation processes.
Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience is required.
Acute Care Rehabilitation experience is preferred.
Current BLS certification is required.
Familiarity with EPIC electronic health records is preferred.
Must be willing to float between multiple locations within the region as needed.
Experience with patient populations including CVA, TBI, ABI, spinal cord injuries, and generalized debility is desirable.
Shift Schedule
This position is for a night shift, consisting of three 12-hour shifts each week from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Please note that weekends and holidays may be required on a rotating basis.
Patient Ratios
The typical patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:6; however, there may be instances where a nurse is assigned up to 7 patients with similar acuity levels on a rotating basis.
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