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Form of workMaxim Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Rehabilitation Nurse responsible for assistingpatients in attaining and maintaining maximum function dueto chronic illness and/or adebilitating injury. They assist the patient intherecovery process,as well creatinga recovery plan withthe ultimate goal to achieveas independent lifestyleas possible.
Responsibilities:
- Knowledge andclinical skills necessary to provide care for people with physical disability and chronic illness
- Coordinates educationalactivities and uses appropriate resourcestodevelop and implementan individualized teachinganddischarge planwith patients
- Monitorspatient during rehabilitation and therapy to determine theirprogress and make necessary adjustmentsas needed
- Coordinatesnursing care activities in collaboration with other members of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to facilitate achievement of overall goal
- Contributes to a safe and therapeutic environment andsupports activities that promotethe patients' return offunction andprevent complications or chronic illness
- Sets patientgoals for independent functioningandactivities of daily living
- Teaches patientsthe most effective methods to recover strengthand regain health
- Provides rehabilitationeducation for the orthopedic, spine, neuro, stroke,cardiac, and oncologypatient on safeand effective use of medicalequipment, proper body mechanics, mobility, transfer,ADL s, and homesafety
- Involvedinongoing teaching withthe patient and their familiesregarding home care and additional therapy on an outpatient basis
- Performs medicationadministration
- Provides personalcare, dressing wounds,tracheotomy care andcollected specimens.
- Performs other dutiesas assigned/necessary
Qualifications:
- Current activeRN permit inthestate of assignment
- Current CPR certification
- Certified RehabilitationRegistered Nurses (CRRN) preferred
- Completion of an accreditedschool of nursing program resulting in an Associate Degree, Diplomaor Baccalaureate degree innursing
- Abilitytoeffectively elicit/provideinformation to and from appropriate individuals(including, butnot limitedto,supervisors, co-workers, clients)via strong communication skills;proficiency intheEnglish language may be required
- Computerproficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Staffing, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) savings plan
- Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare Staffing
Maxim Healthcare Staffing has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim's commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Staffing is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
