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Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
Tyler, Texas
UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center

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Registered Nurse - Rehabilitation

Location: Tyler, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for a rehabilitation unit focused on patients recovering from stroke, orthopedic surgeries, brain injuries, and other debilitating conditions. The role involves providing comprehensive, multidisciplinary care to help patients regain independence and functionality. The nurse will work 3 shifts of 12 hours each during the day.

Shift Details

Shift: 3x12 hour days
Patient Ratio: 1:7
May float to long-term acute care or other units managing MS patients

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years of nursing experience preferred
Unit does not accept first-time travelers (prior travel experience required)

Charting System

Epic

Required Certifications

BLS (Basic Life Support)
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)
NIH Stroke Scale Certification (as applicable)

Required Licensure

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license for Texas

Key Responsibilities

Provide patient-centered care in a rehabilitation setting
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physicians, therapists, and support staff
Develop and implement individualized care plans
Educate and involve family members in the recovery process
Utilize advanced rehabilitation technologies and evidence-based practices
Maintain patient safety, dignity, and respect

Additional Notes

Candidates residing in certain counties in Texas are not eligible for this assignment (specific counties excluded)
Background checks, education verification, and various health and competency documents are required prior to start
Physical exam, immunizations, drug screening, and fit testing must be current and compliant with facility standards
Annual renewal of certifications and competencies may be required

Summary of Compliance Requirements

7-year background check and work history verification
Education verification and transcript/diploma as needed
Physical exam within 12 months
Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 1 year
Required immunizations: Tdap, MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hepatitis B, Varicella
Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption during flu season
Fit mask test within 1 year

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Minimum 2 years of rehabilitation nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Medical-surgical nursing experience
Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) certification
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Facility

UT Health East Texas Rehabilitation Center

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Rehabilitation
49 beds

ADDRESS701 Olympic Plaza CircleTyler, TX 75701

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About Tyler, TX

As a Travel Rehabilitation Nurse in Tyler, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average highs in the 90s (°F) and lows in the 70s (°F).
Winter average highs in the 50s (°F) and lows in the 30s (°F).

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in apartment complexes and through online platforms.

Transportation

Car friendliness with well-maintained roads and highways.
Limited public transportation options, so a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies due to the pollen from pine trees.
Tyler has a growing community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Plenty of restaurants offering Southern cuisine, art galleries, live music venues, local sports events, and outdoor activities such as hiking in Tyler State Park.

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