RN, Rehab (3979)

Position Summary:

The RN, Rehab provides comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery, supporting functional improvement and a safe return to daily activities. This role conducts detailed assessments, monitors patient progress, and delivers evidence-based nursing interventions that enhance mobility, strength, endurance, and self-care. Working collaboratively with physical, occupational, and speech therapy teams, the RN helps coordinate rehabilitation plans and reinforce therapeutic goals throughout the patient’s stay. As part of a supportive, interdisciplinary rehabilitation environment, this position promotes patient and family understanding of treatment expectations, home safety, and long-term health management through clear education and ongoing communication.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform ongoing assessments of patient status, functional abilities, and rehabilitation progress, responding promptly to changes in condition.
Coordinate individualized care plans with therapy disciplines and physicians to support goal-directed rehabilitation and safe transitions of care.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions while monitoring their effectiveness and patient tolerance.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, interventions, functional outcomes, and patient education within the electronic health record.
Educate patients and families on self-care strategies, mobility techniques, equipment use, and discharge instructions to promote independence and safety.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to enhance patient engagement, reduce complications, and support quality and safety initiatives in the rehab setting.