Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN Night

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 38,641 - 55,035; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN night shifts to supervise staff and assist in patient care at the Neuro Transitional Center. This role involves coordinating patient care activities, ensuring documentation compliance, and assisting patients with daily living tasks. The ideal candidate will have a valid LPN license, BLS certification, and 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a rehabilitation setting. The position offers an opportunity to improve lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Experience in a residential care facility or rehabilitation environment preferred.
• Experience with a brain injury population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff on assigned shift and assist with patient care.
• Coordinate staffing levels according to patient needs.
• Assist patients with meal planning and transportation.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Patient care

Ability to delegate

Problem-solving

Education

Certified BLS completion

Current State Driver’s License

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN Night

19 hours ago – Be among the first 25 applicants

SSM Health Neuro Transitional Center
A Joint Venture between Select Medical and SSM Health

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN Night
Location: O'Fallon, MO
Schedule: PRN Nights 7p-7a
Compensation: $34/PRN rate + $4 night shift diff

We are seeking a LPN Neuro Rehab Coach Supervisor at 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.

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. Prepare grocery and facility inventory. Carry out suite management and overall housekeeping tasks as assigned.
• Responsible for coordinating patient transportation and ensuring transportation policies regarding vehicle maintenance, logs, and fueling are followed.
• Attend scheduled trainings and/or meetings as needed.
• Complete documentation and supervise 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 maximum of 12 patients.

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.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care