Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehab Unit

Job description

Your job is more than a job Looking for a nursing role where you can build your skills, make a difference, and be part of a team that has your back? Join our Inpatient Rehabilitation team at West Jefferson Medical Center! Our Inpatient Rehabilitation unit cares for patients who require continued care and rehabilitation following a significant illness, injury, or medical event. Our primary patient population includes individuals recovering from strokes, brain injuries, motor vehicle collisions, and other conditions that impact mobility, function, and independence. This is a great opportunity for nurses who enjoy building strong clinical skills, collaborating with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team, and helping patients work toward meaningful recovery goals. Why WJMC? At West Jefferson Medical Center, you're more than just another employee—you're an important part of the team. As part of LCMC Health, we offer the opportunities and resources of a larger health system while maintaining the close-knit feel of a local hospital. Here, you'll have the opportunity to: Build and strengthen your clinical skills while caring for patients with a variety of complex rehabilitation needs Work closely with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, and fellow caregivers Develop meaningful relationships with patients and their families throughout the rehabilitation process Help patients regain strength, function, independence, and confidence Grow your nursing career and explore future opportunities within LCMC Health Be part of a collaborative team that supports one another and the patients and families we serve Whether you're a new graduate ready to start your nursing career or an experienced RN looking for a rewarding new opportunity, we'd love to meet you. What You'll Do As a Registered Nurse on our Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, you'll use your clinical judgment, compassion, and nursing expertise to provide safe, high-quality care while supporting patients throughout their recovery and rehabilitation journey. You'll: Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care Prioritize and coordinate care for assigned patients based on their medical and rehabilitation needs Monitor patient conditions and communicate changes to the appropriate members of the care team Safely perform nursing procedures and follow established standards of care Collaborate with physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, social workers, and other interdisciplinary team members Support patients in achieving their individualized rehabilitation goals and maximizing their level of independence Assist patients with activities of daily living while encouraging participation and independence Provide education and support to patients and their families throughout the rehabilitation process Delegate and supervise patient care activities appropriately Deliver effective handoffs to promote continuity of care Maintain a safe environment while following infection prevention, patient safety, HIPAA, and regulatory requirements Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition Contribute to quality improvement and patient satisfaction initiatives Support your teammates and contribute to a positive, collaborative work environment Continue developing your nursing knowledge and skills The Must-Haves Minimum: Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana and as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing. Current American Heart Association BLS certification. Come grow your nursing career with a team that cares about its patients—and each other. Join West Jefferson Medical Center and experience Healthcare with Heart. WORK SHIFT: Nights (United States of America) LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary About West Jefferson Medical Center West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we’ve been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction Your extras Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion. Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do You are welcome here. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary. Simple things make the difference. 1. To get started, take your time to fully and accurately complete the application for employment. Incomplete applications get bogged down and are often eliminated due to missing information. 2. To ensure quality care and service, we may use information on your application to verify your previous employment and background. 3. To keep our career applications up-to-date, applications are inactive after 6 months and, therefore, require a new application for employment to be completed. 4. To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.