About the position
0.5 FTE 8-hour shifts $2,000 Sign on Bonus (internal transfers and rehires of less than a year are ineligible) Three East is a twenty-one-bed unit specializing in orthopedic / musculoskeletal rehabilitation. The program specializes in treating individuals with joint replacements, amputation, arthritis, disease that affect bones and muscles and orthopedic trauma, such as fracture, sports injury or other trauma. Our team is comprised of physicians, nurses, nursing assistants and therapists working together to provide exceptional care with a focus on patient and family education with the goal of discharging patients to the communities. The Rehab Nurse Tech reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critically ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit. Reinforces teaching previously taught by RN.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Provide basic nursing care to non-critically ill patients.
- Assist in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
- Reinforce teaching previously taught by RN.
Requirements
- High school or equivalent (GED).
- Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations.
- Maintains current CPR certification.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to communicate with a wide variety of people and provide highest level of customer service.
- Understanding and support of Northwestern Medicine’s Mission and Values.
- Flexibility and ability to manage work in a changing environment.
- 12 lead EKG competency completed within 6 months of employment.
Nice-to-haves
- 2-5 years of work experience in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Loan forgiveness.
- 401(k) matching.
- Lifecycle benefits.
