Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Float Pool
Company: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - St. Louis
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: November 1, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
SIGN ON BONUS - $10,000.00
***FLOAT POOL LPN WILL WORK BETWEEN OUR 2 REHABILITATION HOSPITALS
IN CHESTERFIELD, MO AND ST. LOUIS, MO.***
A career with Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital (inpatient acute
rehabilitation hospital) operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and
Mercy, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an
interdisciplinary team caring for people who need continued care to
recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in
the St. Louis area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual
seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an
organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we
invite you to apply!
Our Benefits:
Up to $10,000 Commitment Incentive Bonus
Night -shift availabilities
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Low nurse-to-patient ratios
Low therapist-to-patient ratios
Expansive benefit package
Professional development and advancement opportunities
Targeted approach to career development
Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities
Superior quality patient outcomes
Supportive leadership and culture
CEU Support
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
skills
Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - St. Louis provides inpatient
rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain
or spinal-cord injuries, amputations, multiple trauma, cancer,
complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions. The greatest
feature of our rehabilitation hospital is our team of dedicated
doctors and nurses. These rehab professionals provide the
exceptional patient care for which Mercy is known, with an emphasis
on improving individual functional ability and quality of life.
Therapists work closely with physicians, specialists and family
members to treat patients as they progress toward their
goals.
Keywords: Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - St. Louis, Belleville , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Float Pool, Healthcare , Chesterfield, Illinois
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