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REGISTERED NURSE REHAB UNIT (FT NIGHTS)

About Legent Health At Legent Health , our mission is simple yet profound: “To provide first-class health care that puts YOU first.” Our vision reflects our commitment to excellence: “Through robust physician partnerships, become a nationwide leader in compassionate, quality healthcare focused on the patient and available to everyone.” Our values, also known as our brand pillars, define how we stay true to our identity in the healthcare industry and the communities we serve. These values are central to everything we do: Respect: We honor the time and trust of both patients and physicians by delivering organized, efficient services that ensure a seamless healthcare experience. Service: We are committed to highly personalized care for patients, their families, and the physicians who serve them, driving optimal outcomes for all. Leadership: We strive to be a trusted leader through innovation, clear communication, and unwavering dedication to excellence across our employees and partners. Joining Legent Health means being part of a team that lives these principles every day, as we build a future focused on compassionate, quality care. About the Role Delivers direct/indirect patient care to adult acute inpatient rehabilitation patient utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment; implementation and prioritization of patient’s problems and needs; and development/implementation/evaluation of a nursing plan of care. Focuses on the unique needs of the rehab patient while transitioning them from an acute/post-acute care setting to a community setting. Rehabilitation nurses are part of a interdisciplinary team and coordinate care with therapists, case managers, social workers, and a Physiatrist (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician) to assess the unique rehab needs that address deficits, implement a rehab nursing plan of care with comprehensive interventions and develop ongoing caregiver and family education, They must demonstrates critical thinking to assure the delivery of safe, quality, age specific care while delegating effectively to appropriate team members. Rehab nurses are expected to document accurately and in a timely manner while utilizing the CARE tool as mandated by the Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services. The rehab nurse is expected to adhere to organizational policies and procedures; regulatory accrediting body requirements; and professional practice standards. POSITION’S ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Assesses/reassesses patient’s condition based upon observation of patient and interview of patient and/or family, physician’s diagnosis and data, diagnostic results, and relevant data from other healthcare providers. Assessment and reassessment of functional and cognitive deficits as it relates to transition to the community. Uses professional knowledge to develop/revise nursing plans of care for assigned patients according to unit guidelines and criteria with expected outcomes. Works with rehab team members to construct, develop, and implement rehabilitation treatment plan and rehabilitation plan of care to address emergent medical issues as well as functional/self-care/cognition deficits. Delivers safe rehabilitation nursing interventions in an organized, efficient, and prioritized manner to address identified needs. Attends weekly team conference to report on assigned patients’ status and progress toward rehab goals and medical status Evaluates/re-evaluates patient’s response to rehab nursing interventions and patient’s progress to expected outcome(s) and community discharges. Collaborates and communicates effectively with team members, physicians, and other healthcare providers to coordinate the medical and nursing plans of care. Accepts delegated responsibilities for functions such as, but not limited to, charge nurse for unit activities on assigned shift. Delegates responsibilities to appropriate personnel. Documents all aspects of patient care, maintains patient records and care plans in a timely manner as appropriate for unit including scoring the CARE tool and providing data for the quality indicators as mandated by CMS. Accurately complete Section GG scoring at admission, discharge, and per IRF-PAI guidelines. Provides patients and family members with relevant health care education and instructions regarding treatments and procedures including pre/post hospital care as appropriate. Assist in the orientation and training of new and tenured personnel, reassigned nurses, student nurses, Patient Care Assistants, and faculty; serves as a preceptor when requested. Maintains self-control under stressful situations and workload pressures without exhibiting negative behaviors. Demonstrates knowledge of disaster/emergency procedures and responds appropriately. Assumes responsibility and accountability for individual knowledge, skills, performance and behavior in accordance with hospital, division, and unit standards of care and policies and procedures. Utilizes measures to promote and maintain patient, visitor and personnel safety. Maintains patient, employee, physician, and organization confidentiality; respects the rights, privacy, and property of others. Demonstrates the appropriate use of infection control principles and personal protection equipment. Supports the mission, values, and vision of the organization. Demonstrates a positive attitude and takes the initiative to implement changes. Operates as a team member planning, coordinating, developing, and implementing a rehab team care plan. Required Skills/Abilities: Current knowledge of the nursing role and scope of practice as defined by the State of Texas Nurse Practice Act and the Texas Board of Nursing. Current knowledge of American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Ethics. Knowledge of current trends and demonstration of standards of care in assigned unit. Successful completion of mandatory requirements including unit proficiencies/competencies. Demonstration of effective problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. Demonstration of effective verbal and written communication. Demonstration of positive customer service. Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited program for nursing education, BSN preferred. Current licensure to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR (BLS) certification required. Certification in specialty is preferred; other as noted below for specific units as indicated within 2 years of hire: Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the Association of Rehab Nurses. Previous work experience in a patient setting preferred. ARU-1 year of medical-surgical and 1 year home health experience preferred Why Join Legent Health? Legent Health fosters an environment where team members are empowered to deliver exceptional care while growing professionally within a supportive, values-driven culture. We Offer: Competitive salary and performance incentives Comprehensive benefits package Paid time off and wellness programs Career development and training opportunities Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Legent Health is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic. I-9 and E-Verify Compliance: Employment eligibility will be verified through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s E-Verify system. All applicants must provide valid documentation to establish identity and authorization to work in the United States, as required by federal law. Night Shift: 12 hour shifts, 6:30pm to 7:00am