Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit. This role requires a strong foundation in rehabilitation nursing and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

General Information

• Location: Overland Park, KS
• Unit Name: Inpatient Rehab Unit
• Number of Beds: 16
• Number of Staff: 20
• Documentation System: EMR – Meditech
• Patient Experience Requirements: Knowledge of rehab documentation is preferred.

Position Overview

• Type of Staff:
  • Day Shift: 1 Charge RN and 1-2 other RNs
  • Night Shift: 1 Point person and 1-2 other RNs
  • 1 LPN each shift if full at 15/16 patients
  • 1 PCT each shift if full at 15/16 patients
• Floating Policy: Will float to any medical floor as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Certifications:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is preferred.
  • Basic Dysthymia class is a plus.
  • Preferred CRRN certification.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year in a nursing role, specifically in a rehabilitation or medical-surgical setting.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for patients post-stroke, surgical patients (neurological or orthopedic), and medical patients requiring further therapy.
• Maintain high standards of patient documentation and communication with the healthcare team.
• Engage in continuous learning and application of rehabilitation practices.

Work Schedule

This position requires working three 12-hour shifts, rotating every third weekend.

Dress Code

Required uniform includes royal blue tops and bottoms, with the option of black scrub bottoms.

Awards and Recognition

The Inpatient Rehab Unit has received the Unit of Distinction Award for 2021.

Additional Information

• The average years of experience for staff in the unit is around 20 years, ensuring a wealth of expertise and mentorship.
• Strong leadership presence with a focus on engagement and support for inpatient rehabilitation services.
• A collaborative team atmosphere aimed at delivering optimal patient care.