What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN position at Gateway Rehabilitation Center?
Description:
ATTENTION! $10,000 BONUS for RNs or LPNs.
Gateway Rehab has a unique opportunity for a full-time LPN or RN located in our Aliquippa (Center Twp, PA) residential facility.
Responsibilities
- Implements assessment and nursing care in accordance with program procedures established by the Medical Director and Director of Nursing.
- Effectively contributes to the throughput efficiency of the facility and executes decisive and timely assessments and dispositions.
- Oversees all aspects of the detox and rehab patient admission process, including:
- Pre-screening of new patients for appropriateness for admission
- Obtains physical assessment data and health history.
- Executes medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by the Medical Director and Director of Nursing.
- Records patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policy and procedure.
- Provides screening for TB and contagious disease.
- Provides screening for acute medical complaints, e.g., intoxication, abscesses, change in mental status, etc., making referrals to Emergency Department when necessary.
Required Knowledge and Skills
- Must be skilled and physically able to perform medical necessary intervention when needed.
- LPN or RN Licensure.
- CPR certified.
Preferred Requirements
- 2 years nursing experience
- Critical Care experience
- Additional Requirements
- Pass PA Criminal Background Check
- Obtain Child Abuse and FBI Clearances
- Pass Drug
- TB Test
- Valid driver’s license with favorable driving record.
- CPR certification.
Work Conditions
- On-site at various Gateway locations
- Able to lift upwards of 20 lbs.
- Flexibility regarding work schedule
GATEWAY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/D