RN - Rehab

Cynet HealthStaff; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking an RN for a 13-week Rehab assignment on the night shift. The role requires at least 2 years of nursing experience, an RN license (state or compact), and basic certifications.

Strong telemetry and EKG assessment skills are required, with opportunities for training and professional growth. The nurse will work with a multidisciplinary team, providing care to patients requiring physical, speech, and occupational therapy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience
• RN State License and/or Compact State Licensure
• BCLS, ACLS Preferred
• Must-Have: pass Basic EKG exam with 80% (2 attempts allowed)
• Must-Have: Telemetry test completion prior to starting

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients requiring physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
• Care for post-surgical, post-stroke patients, and those needing prolonged physical therapy.
• Maintain nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 during night shift and perform IV management and lab draws.
• Collaborate with physical therapy and care management teams for discharge planning.
• Contribute to team-based care and high-quality patient-centered practices.

Job description

RN - Rehab

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Rehabilitation

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required

License: RN State License and/or Compact State Licensure

Certifications: BCLS, ACLS Preferred

Must-Have:

• Ability to pass Basic EKG exam with 80% or higher (2 attempts allowed)
• Telemetry test completion prior to starting

Description:The nurse will provide care for patients requiring physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.Patients may include post-surgical, post-stroke, and those needing prolonged physical therapy.Expect a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 during the night shift.Daily care activities include IV management and lab draws.This is a non-telemetry unit.Collaboration with the physical therapy team and care management team is essential for discharge planning.The department values team-based care and high-quality patient-centered practices.Ideal candidates are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.Engagement in feedback and collaboration is important.Consistent attendance is key as the unit is expanding, creating additional staffing needs.The role requires managing patient assessments, care planning, and implementation of rehabilitation protocols.Nurses will need to be proactive in patient management and intervention strategies.Training opportunities may be available to support caregiver growth.Conversion to permanent positions may also be possible for the right candidate.