LPN - Rehab Nursing with Growth & Benefits

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital in Sacramento is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join a multidisciplinary inpatient rehab team. The role emphasizes safe medication administration, patient assessment, and collaboration with RNs to support recovery and independence.

You will work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment with ongoing education, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
• Minimum one year of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• CPR/BLS certification required; IV Certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.
• Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy.
• Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
• Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
• Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
• Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families.
• Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
• Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN program

Job description

UC Davis Rehabilitation Hospital in Sacramento is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join a multidisciplinary inpatient rehab team. The role emphasizes safe medication administration, patient assessment, and collaboration with RNs to support recovery and independence.

You will work in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment with ongoing education, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.