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Our Benefits:
Low nurse-to-patient ratios
Professional development and advancement opportunities
CEU Support
State-of-the-art equipment
Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full time employees and their families
Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees
6 paid holidays for full time employees
Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees
401(k) retirement plan
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
What you will do in this role:
Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments
Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient's needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient's condition and individual needs
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
Other duties as assigned
Graduate of accredited Licensed Practical/ vocational nurse program
Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred
IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred
Minimum six months' Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Oklahoma City provides inpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions. The greatest feature of our rehabilitation hospital is our team of dedicated doctors and nurses.
