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Registered Nurse - Inpatient Rehab

  • Illinois, Herrin

  • 01/14/2026

  • Contract

  • Active

Job Description:

  • Job Summary  
    The Registered Nurse (Inpatient Rehab) provides comprehensive nursing care to patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery in a rehabilitation setting. This role focuses on promoting patient independence, supporting recovery goals, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate care.

    Key Responsibilities
    1. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
    2. Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
    3. Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans to support rehabilitation goals.
    4. Educate patients and families on recovery strategies, self-care, and health maintenance.
    5. Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
    6. Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the medical record.
    7. Promote patient safety and adhere to infection control standards.
    8. Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients and families throughout the rehabilitation process.

    Required Qualifications
    1. Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
    2. Must have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty within the past 2 years.
    3. Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
    4. Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

    Preferred Qualifications (if any)
    1. Prior experience in inpatient rehabilitation or long-term care.
    2. Training in physical medicine, rehabilitation nursing, or related specialties.
    3. Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

    Certifications (if any)
    1. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
    2. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.

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