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Registered Nurse RN- Rehab
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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.
$81,734 / year median in Pennsylvania
+9% projected growth
Job Description
The Registered Nurse:
Evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care. Delivers excellent nursing care through evaluations, planning, implementation, and documentation while serving a diverse patient population with complex concerns. Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse. Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.Unit Information:
The 62 bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit provides acute inpatient medical rehabilitation services to patients with functional impairments as a result of various diagnoses including, stroke, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, multiple traumas, orthopedic conditions, amputations, and other disabling conditions. #READ Education Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Experience Must have RN experience Certification and Licensure PA Registered Nurse License Required Skills Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills About theRehab Hospital:
For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life - from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs - is here, all under one roof. Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.Our facility offers:
A 61-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury Unit A 50-bed Transitional Sub-Acute Unit for skilled care Highly skilled therapists Speech, physical, and occupational therapy programming Therapeutic recreation and activities Spacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions Aquatic therapy pool On-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological services Outdoor therapeutic garden Comfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet access Plenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and families Easy access and free parking Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing is the only hospital in the region accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and The Joint Commission. Our Stroke Specialty and Brain Injury Programs are also CARF-accredited.Benefits
- Dental Insurance