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Rehab RN in Waycross
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What they do
A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
$73,565 / year median in Georgia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Job Ref:
3167513216Employer:
Network Company Name:
Memorial Satilla Health Industry:
Healthcare otherJob Type:
Full Time State:
Georgia City:
Waycross Zip Code:
31501Post Date:
09/02/2026 Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Rehab RN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Memorial Satilla Health which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. Job Summary and Qualifications Provide total adult and geriatric physical rehabilitation nursing care through a multi-disciplinary process resulting in the attainment of optimum quality of life for the patients.Major Responsibilities:
Note:
The following is a list of the essential functions of the job. Most positions can be described in 6-8 major responsibility areas. Combine minor or occasional duties in one last statement. Do not include a duty which occupies 5% or less of the target job's time unless it is an essential part of the job. Accountabilities Assessments of patients initially at admission and throughout the stay. Participation in plan of care and implementation with multi-disciplinary team. Documentation of progress, goals, treatments, education throughout stay. Patient care- Delivers and documents direct quality patient care specific to Rehab Standards of Care. Prioritize/achieve patient goals/needs through analysis of assessments, shift reports, diagnostic test results, and other sources of info to recognize potential/actual patient problems, and respond appropriately. Performance improvement
- Participates in improvement of care delivery through unit based performance improvement committees and activities. Identifiable
- Information is identified but further investigation often is required in order to define problems and proceed. Often requires decision new methods and/or modifying existing procedures/precedents within established policy. Medication
- Administers medications and intravenous fluids accurately and safely. Recognizes and reports medication events promptly with appropriate intervention when needed. Environment of Care
- Provides a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by understanding and abiding by the Infection Control, Environment of Care policies as well as the OSHA and JCAHO standards. Leadership
- Demonstrates leadership through delegation of assignments to team members based on competency, skill level, and patient acuity. Participating in staff competency and advancement through involvement in Preceptor Program. Education
- Actively seeks best practices to enhance clinical skills by attending seminars, classes, annual updates, staff meetings, etc.
Provides supports by:
Promoting consistent positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service Practicing and adhering to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement" Performing other duties as assignedEducation & Experience:
- Associate's degree Nursing or RN Diploma Required
- 1+ year(s) of experience in Physical Rehabilitation Required Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Licenses, Certifications, & Training:
- Registered Nurse
- Currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state in which he or she practices, in accordance with law and regulation. Or
- Valid Compact RN license Required
- Basic Cardiac Life Support Required Benefits Memorial Satilla Health, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about
Employee Benefits Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. " Memorial Satilla Health is a 230+ bed acute-care hospital serving the Middle-Georgia community for more than 60 years. Our hospital offers key services, including an ER where more than 45,000 emergencies are treated each year, Heart, Orthopedic, Surgery, Rehabilitation, Sleep and Birthing Centers and an extensive Mental Health program for seniors and those suffering with memory loss. At Memorial Satilla Health, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our Waycross community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way. Waycross and its neighboring town of Blackshear, collectively offer excellent public schools, an active art and theater group, several golf courses, and an excellent array of hiking, fishing, camping and boating fun. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.- Dr.