Rehabilitation Nurse

Azza HealthCare Agency; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency in Lexington, KY is seeking a Day Shift RN to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to adult inpatients recovering from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury and other complex conditions. You will conduct assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and document outcomes in the EMR.

The role requires strong clinical judgment, teamwork, and commitment to safety and patient-centered rehabilitation care.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current RN license and provide evidence of licensure.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to monitor complex inpatient conditions.
• Proficient in medication administration and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing patient monitoring.
• Develop and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the team.
• Administer medications per protocol and document outcomes in the EMR.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to support rehabilitation goals.
• Educate patients and families to promote understanding and independence.

Skills

Clinical assessment skills

Medication administration

Collaborative communication

EMR documentation

Patient-centered care

Education

Registered Nurse license (KY)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Role: Day Shift RN providing compassionate, evidence-based care to adult inpatients in recovery from stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other complex conditions.

Key Duties

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and ongoing monitoring of patient status.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and follow established clinical protocols.
• Coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team to support recovery goals.
• Provide education to patients and families to promote understanding and independence.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the EMR.
• Maintain patient safety and support quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications/Skills: Registered Nurse with strong clinical assessment skills, medication administration competence, collaborative communication, accurate EMR documentation, and a commitment to safety and patient-centered, outcomes-focused rehabilitation care.