Acute Rehab RN
Charleston, WV
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for an inpatient rehab position requiring a WV or compact RN license and strong neuro-rehab skills.

Responsibilities

• Inpatient rehab unit with 24 beds in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes cerebrovascular disease, traumatic brain injury, amputees, spinal cord injuries, deconditioning, and neurological diseases
• Typical length of stay is around 2 weeks
• Interdisciplinary care team assigned to each patient including physiatrist, NP, therapists, RN, and social worker
• Therapy provided 3 hours per day, Monday through Friday
• Night shift, 3x12 hour schedule (7pm to 7am) with every other weekend required
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:5-6 on nights
• Floating may be required within nursing scope
• Cerner charting system used; prior experience preferred
• Orientation held every other week on Thursday
• Provide comprehensive rehabilitation nursing care alongside an interdisciplinary team
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Block scheduling may be accommodated and can be discussed in the interview
• No call requirements for this role
• No restrictions on requested time off, but requests must be included with application and discussed in interview
• Royal blue/white scrubs required
• Parking is free for travelers in the parking garage
• Perm employees must be separated from the facility for at least 2 years before returning as a traveler
• Candidates must live at least 100 miles from the facility (75-99 miles may be approved on a case-by-case basis)

Requirements

• Active WV or compact RN license required; pending license acceptable for consideration but must be active to start
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• At least 1 year of acute care rehab or in-specialty experience required
• AHA BLS certification required
• Charge nurse experience preferred
• Flu vaccination required during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31), with exemptions only for documented allergy

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