Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Night

Select Medical; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health Neuro Transitional Center, a joint venture with Select Medical, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to supervise Neuro Rehabilitation Coaches and deliver direct patient care in a 12-bed neuro rehab setting in O’Fallon, MO. Full-time night shift 7p-7a with rotation and weekend duties.

Compensation includes $34/hr PRN rate plus $4 night shift differential. The role focuses on coordinating patient care plans, staff supervision, and ensuring safe, quality rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credential required
• Current State Driver’s License in good standing
• BLS certification required
• 3–5 years of experience in relevant setting

Responsibilities

• Supervises Neuro Rehabilitation Coaches on assigned shift and ensures adherence to treatment plans
• Educates patients, families and coworkers and maintains safety and wellbeing of all patients
• Coordinates staffing levels with NT Center Leadership and ensures adequate coverage
• Assists patients with meal planning, transportation and daily activities as part of rehab goals
• Performs nursing tasks such as vital signs, medication administration for up to 12 patients and other nurse delegation duties

Skills

Staff supervision

Patient care

Communication

Education

LPN license

Job description

Overview

SSM Health Neuro Transitional Center A Joint Venture between Select Medical and SSM HealthPosition: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Location: O'Fallon, MOSchedule: Full-Time Nights 7p-7a, 3/4 rotation and every other weekendCompensation: $34/PRN rate + $4 night shift diff

We are seeking a LPN Neuro Rehab Coach Supervisorat SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Neuro Transitional Center. This is an exciting opportunity to change lives. The Neuro Transitional Center has 12 beds and is designed to provide intensive rehabilitation to individuals with an acquired brain injury or spinal cord injury who are unable to safely return home at the time of discharge from an inpatient rehab hospital due to the severity of their impairments. Currently, 93% of our patients return to their homes at discharge from NTC, and now will not have to leave the state to receive this level of service.

Responsibilities

Supervises Neuro Rehabilitation Coaches (NRC), responsible for direct patient care and functions as part of the neuro transitional rehab team. Assists the NRC's with carrying out treatment plans and protects the wellbeing and safety of all patients; provides assistance to visitors and ensures that each shift runs smoothly. Serves as an educator of patients, families and coworkers.

On a daily basis:

• Supervises staff on assigned shift, provides guidance as needed and communicates any staff concerns to Neuro Transitional Center Leadership (NTC), or RN/Administrator On Call.
• Follow through and Supervises Neuro Rehab Coaches on patient plan of care in collaboration with other transitional team members including assisting in rehabilitation activities assigned to promote education, maintaining patient engagement. Assist and helps patients achieve appropriate goals in all environments including home, therapy and community.
• Coordinates with NTC leadership to ensure appropriate staffing levels according to staffing guidelines and patient needs. Reports to NTC supervisor or Administrator on Call if there are any issues.
• Assist patients in meal planning, food preparation, and assisting with grocery shopping. Prepares grocery and facility inventory. Carry out suite management and overall housekeeping tasks as assigned.
• Responsible for coordinating patient transportation, and transporting as needed and ensuring transportation policies regarding vehicle maintenance, vehicle logs, and vehicle fueling are followed.
• Attend scheduled trainings and/or meetings as needed.
• Complete documentation and supervises NRCs to ensure required documentation according to Neuro Transitional Rehab (NTR) policy.
• Follow through on all nurse delegation tasks as assigned including: vital signs, gastric tube management, diabetic management, O2 administration, crushing medications, intermittent catheterization of indwelling Foley catheters, catheter care, bowel and bladder program management and trach care
• Responsible for medication administration for a max of 12 patients

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Current State Driver’s License in good standing required
• Certified BLS completion required; for new hires, see CPR Requirement Guidelines for New Hires
• 3- 5 years experience

Preferred Experience

• Two years of experience in an residential care facility or rehabilitation environment preferred; experience with brain injury population preferred.
• Experience as a medication aide
• Ability to delegate and problem solve effectively.