What are the responsibilities and job description for the LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) PRN position at Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas?

Description

A career at Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas, formally known as Rogers Rehabilitation Hospital, a state-of-the-art, 36-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in Rogers County who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Northwest Arkansas area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Our Benefits :

Various shift availabilities
Tuition assistance / reimbursement
Low nurse-to-patient ratios
Expansive benefit package including PTO plan, 401k Match, and insurance coverage
Professional development and advancement opportunities
Targeted approach to career development
Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities
Superior quality patient outcomes
Supportive leadership and culture

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

Qualifications

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

Rogers Rehabilitation Hospital strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.

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