RN - LTAC Care & Discharge Planning

ScionHealth; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Arlington is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide and coordinate patient care in a long-term acute care setting. You will plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions for medically complex patients.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and supporting assessment and patient education.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age and condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect patient care through nursing process.
• Develops and updates nursing care plans with patient and family involvement.
• Documents admissions, reassessments and plans in medical records.
• Administers medications per five rights and policies.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures.
• Performs and coordinates discharge planning and patient education.
• Ensures safety and accuracy in transcription of physician orders.

Skills

Medications knowledge

English fluency

Planning and organization

Communication

Attendance

Team collaboration

Education

Postsecondary certificate/ diploma

Associate or Bachelor in Nursing

Job description

Kindred Hospital Arlington is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide and coordinate patient care in a long-term acute care setting. You will plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions for medically complex patients.

Responsibilities include administering medications, documenting care, and supporting assessment and patient education.