LTAC Registered Nurse: Complex Care, Real Impact

ScionHealth; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Arlington is seeking a qualified nurse to plan and deliver direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process, coordinating with family and the interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes communication of patient condition changes to physicians and supervisors, and active participation in discharge planning.

The position requires strong nursing knowledge, adherence to care standards, and the ability to educate patients and families on pain management and care plans.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and their clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the standard of nursing care and implements hospital policies.
• Directs, supervises, provides and evaluates nursing care for patients.
• Documents patient admission assessment and care plans in the medical record.
• Administers medications utilizing the five rights of medication administration.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and procedures.
• Participates in discharge planning process.
• Performs treatment and provides services to the level of licensure.
• Communicates with management, co-workers, and physicians.
• Participates in orientation and training of new personnel.

Skills

Medication knowledge

Basic computer skills

Task organization

Interdepartmental collaboration

Fluent English

Time management under stress

Job description

Kindred Hospital Arlington is seeking a qualified nurse to plan and deliver direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process, coordinating with family and the interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes communication of patient condition changes to physicians and supervisors, and active participation in discharge planning.

The position requires strong nursing knowledge, adherence to care standards, and the ability to educate patients and families on pain management and care plans.