Staff Nurse (RN) - Acute Inpatient Rehabilitation

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• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5, with flexibility to 1:4 for high-acuity rehabilitation patients
• High-acuity care may include telemetry, continuous pulse oximetry, infectious workups, and care for complex medical needs
• Emphasis on patient and caregiver education and coordinated, team-based care
   

• 2- year College Degree in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program is required. 
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing with a major in Nursing from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) accredited nursing program is preferred.
• Current Ohio license or interim permit required.
• 2 years of experience in rehabilitation or acute care setting is preferred.

RNs on this unit routinely apply broad acute care skills, including:

• Tracheostomy management
• Wound care, including wound VACs and burn dressings
• Intermittent catheterization and bowel programs
• Line and port management
   

• Robust ergonomic support: ceiling lifts in all patient rooms, floor lifts, transfer devices, shower chairs, stand-assist devices, slide boards, and more
• Magnet® Hospital, achieving a fifth re-designation in 2025
• CARF-accredited specialty areas: Comprehensive Inpatient Rehabilitation Program, Brain Injury Program, Spinal Cord Injury Program, Stroke Program, and Oncology Program

• Flexible scheduling to support work–life balance and school commitments
• Clinical ladder and specialty certification support
• Opportunities to serve on committees and participate in professional organizations, including COARN (local) and ARN (national)

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