Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute
Location: Solana Beach
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
A career at Palomar Rehabilitation Institute, a 52-bed inpatient
acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint
Health and Palomar Health, is more than a job. It's a chance to be
a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in
the San Diego area who need continued care to recover completely.
You have specialized skills and our patients in the Escondido, and
the surrounding area, need them. If you are 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:
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--- - -Tuition assistance/reimbursement
--- - -Low nurse-to-patient ratios
--- - -Expansive benefit package
--- - -Supportive leadership and culture
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--- - -Affordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet
the needs of full employees and their families
--- - -Up to 20 days of PTO for full time employees
--- - -6 paid holidays for full time employees
--- - -Tuition reimbursement, continuing education opportunities
and apprenticeship programs for eligible employees
--- - -401(k) retirement plan
--- - -Flexible spending and health savings accounts
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
Compensation is from $28 USD - $39USD per hour. We would expect
those hired into this job would be paid within this hourly rate,
however, certain circumstances may allow us to pay outside of this
hourly rate.
Palomar Rehabilitation Institute strives to maximize the health,
function, and quality of life of those we serve through
comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our
rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized
treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer
customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs
of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological
conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic
injury.
Keywords: Palomar Health Rehabilitation Institute, San Diego , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Other , Solana Beach, California
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