Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR Certification, Calendar Management, Catheterization, Clinical Assessment, Coaching, Cook Dishes, Crushing, Diabetes, Documentation, Driver's License, Follow Through, Hospital, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Leadership, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Meal Plans, Medication Administration, Medications, Neurotrauma (Traumatic Brain Injury), Nursing, On Call, Patient Care, Patient Education, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Spinal Cord Injury, Tracheotomy, Treatment Plan
Overview
SSM Health Neuro Transitional CenterA Joint Venture between Select Medical and SSM HealthPosition: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN Night Location: O''Fallon, MOSchedule: PRN Day or Nights 7-7, minimum 4 shifts in a 4 week period, 2 shifts must be weekend daysCompensation: $34/PRN rate + $4 night shift diff
We are seeking a LPN Neuro Rehab Coach Supervisor at SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Neuro Transitional Center. This is an exciting opportunity to change lives. The Neuro Transitional Center has 12 beds and is designed to provide intensive rehabilitation to individuals with an acquired brain injury or spinal cord injury who are unable to safely return home at the time of discharge from an inpatient rehab hospital due to the severity of their impairments. Currently, 93% of our patients return to their homes at discharge from NTC, and now will not have to leave the state to receive this level of service.
Responsibilities
Supervises Neuro Rehabilitation Coaches (NRC), responsible for direct patient care and functions as part of the neuro transitional rehab team. Assists the NRC''s with carrying out treatment plans and protects the wellbeing and safety of all patients; provides assistance to visitors and ensures that each shift runs smoothly. Serves as an educator of patients, families and coworkers.
On a daily basis:
- Supervises staff on assigned shift, provides guidance as needed and communicates any staff concerns to Neuro Transitional Center Leadership (NTC), or RN/Administrator On Call.
- Follow through and Supervises Neuro Rehab Coaches on patient plan of care in collaboration with other transitional team members including assisting in rehabilitation activities assigned to promote education, maintaining patient engagement. Assist and helps patients achieve appropriate goals in all environments including home, therapy and community.
- Coordinates with NTC leadership to ensure appropriate staffing levels according to staffing guidelines and patient needs. Reports to NTC supervisor or Administrator on Call if there are any issues.
- Assist patients in meal planning, food preparation, and assisting with grocery shopping. Prepares grocery and facility inventory. Carry out suite management and overall housekeeping tasks as assigned.
- Responsible for coordinating patient transportation, and transporting as needed and ensuring transportation policies regarding vehicle maintenance, vehicle logs, and vehicle fueling are followed.
- Attend scheduled trainings and/or meetings as needed.
- Complete documentation and supervises NRCs to ensure required documentation according to Neuro Transitional Rehab (NTR) policy.
- Follow through on all nurse delegation tasks as assigned including: vital signs, gastric tube management, diabetic management, O2 administration, crushing medications, intermittent catheterization of indwelling Foley catheters, catheter care, bowel and bladder program management and trach care
- Responsible for medication administration for a max of 12 patients
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Current State Drivers License in good standing required
- Certified BLS completion required; for new hires, see CPR Requirement Guidelines for New Hires
- 3- 5 years experience
Preferred Experience
- Two years of experience in an residential care facility or rehabilitation environment preferred; experience with brain injury population preferred.
- Experience as a medication aide
- Ability to delegate and problem solve effectively.
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Select Medical Corp
Superior quality and care. Compassion and Respect. Results oriented. Teamwork. Resourcefulness. These are the core values upon which Select Medical was built. Since its founding in 1996, Select Medical has passionately focused on providing superior, patient-centered care that improves quality of life.Co-founded by Rocco Ortenzio and Robert Ortenzio, Select Medical began as a regional provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. Contract therapy was added to the company's specialized health care offerings in 1997, and was quickly followed by the introduction of long-term acute care in 1998. In 1999, Select Medical made one of its largest acquisitions by purchasing NovaCare Physical Rehabilitation and Occupational Health. In three years, Select Medical had grown from a small start-up into a diversified health care company with a national presence. This progressive yet responsible growth was one attribute that led to the company's recognition as one of the Best Managed Companies in America by Forbes magazine.
10,000 employees or more
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