RN - LTAC; Long Term Acute Care; Select Specialty Hospital - Madison, WI Local

Opportunity:

RN - Registered Nurse

Job Details:

• Maintain delivery of quality care by assuring nursing care plans are followed
• Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistants, and orientees
• Perform nursing assessments on all patients within 8 hours of admission
• Develop individualized plans of care based on data collected during assessments
• Identify teaching needs and goals related to each patient's diagnosis in collaboration with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team
• Provide patient information and status updates for Initial Team Conferences and weekly Re-evaluation Team Conferences
• Maintain accurate, succinct, and timely documentation of all assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the medical record
• Participate in patient rehabilitation programs on assigned unit
• Utilize the nursing process of assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care
• Initiate discharge planning from the day of admission and begin patient teaching in anticipation of discharge date
• Communicate pertinent information regarding changes in patient status to attending physician and Charge Nurse
• Provide direction, training, and supervision of ancillary nursing personnel
• Assume charge responsibility following orientation period as requested
• Night shift position
• BLS Certification required prior to first shift
• ACLS required prior to first shift
• Minimum two (2) years of bedside clinical experience highly desired

Facility:

This specialty hospital focuses on critical illness and rehabilitation, providing long-term acute care for patients with complex medical conditions. The facility is committed to patient and employee safety, emphasizing safe patient handling, infectious disease protocols, and a culture of accountability. The organization promotes a team-oriented environment where nurses are empowered to deliver superior quality care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to achieve positive patient outcomes.

Location:

Madison, WI

Madison is a vibrant and highly livable city known for its beautiful lakes, thriving arts and culture scene, and as home to the University of Wisconsin, offering a dynamic blend of urban amenities and outdoor recreation. The city consistently ranks among the best places to live in the United States, making it an excellent destination for healthcare professionals seeking a rewarding career in a welcoming community.