Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Description

Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute is a state-of-the-art, 38-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. A career at ARI operated jointly with Atlantic Health System and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team of caring and dedicated professionals.

What you will do in this role:

• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient

• Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients

• Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions

• Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments

• Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient's needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient's condition and individual needs

• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care

• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program

• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse

• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred

• IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred

• Minimum six months' Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skillsARI strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey.