Neuro Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Phoenix, AZ
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Neuro Rehab inpatient position in an acute level 1 trauma setting, requiring an AZ or compact RN license and recent trauma experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 52-bed Neuro Rehab unit within an acute hospital
• Primary patient population includes neuro cases such as TBI, CVA, brain tumor resection, and transplant patients
• RN patient ratio is 1:6
• 12-hour night shifts with 4 weekend shifts in each 4-week period
• Required to work at least 2 out of 4 major holidays as part of core rotation
• Assignment includes floating to any Med Surg unit as needed
• Uses Cerner EMR system
• Onsite interdisciplinary team rounds daily, with three rehab physicians and support from SWAT RN, 24/7 RT, and pharmacy
• Floor-specific orientation consists of 2 shifts
• Daily responsibilities include neuro rehab nursing care, IV therapy, complex wound management, restraints, and patient/family communication
• High patient and family interaction is expected, with focus on partnership of care
• Scrub color is slate grey
• SIMs Lab testing is pass/fail and breaking sterile field can result in dismissal
• Must maintain natural hair color and no facial piercings; men must be clean shaven for fit testing
• Busy periods typically occur between 6-9 am and 6:30-9 pm
• Average patient length of stay is 19-21 days
• Holiday coverage is required according to core rotation schedule
• Returning candidates are ineligible if employed directly by the health system in the past year

Requirements

• Active AZ or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience with demonstrated level 1 trauma experience
• Current BLS certification required
• Strong Med Surg background is required; prior rehab experience is preferred
• Must pass a pre-assignment dysrhythmia exam (2 attempts allowed) and a day 1 sterile technique SIMs Lab skills test for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes
• Experience with Cerner EMR is required
• Must meet a 50-mile residence distance from the facility, as shown by driver’s license
• Candidates must not have been directly employed by the health system within the past year

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts