Rehab Desk Nurse

Countryside Health Care of Milford is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Rehab Desk Nurse to join our team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpret and enforce facility policies and procedures

• Effective communication and interaction with residents, families, physicians, consultants and other department personnel

• Ensure necessary paperwork and documentation is completed for patient admissions, discharges, appointments, and overall short-term rehab stay

• Evaluate patient needs and the effectiveness of care provided

• Periodic chart reviews/audits

• Book appointments, arrange transportation and prepare paperwork the day before appointments

• Book stat labs, x-rays and other tests as needed and call for lab pick-ups as needed

• Fill out lab slips per physician’s orders

• Receive labs and report accordingly

• Maintain universal precautions, infection control and safe work environment

• Assist with quality assessment/performance improvement projects

• Keep the director of nursing informed regarding the status of patient and staff issues

• Assist with orientation and staff development

• Participate in staff meetings and continuing education opportunities and communicate results of meetings to unit staff

• Deliver direct resident/patient care when necessary

• Assume supervisory responsibilities if requested by the DNS or designee

• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Massachusetts license

• Valid CPR certification

• Able to read, write, speak and understand the English language

• Excellent nursing, critical thinking and decision-making skills

• Computer literacy

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Effective professional leader and role model

• Basic knowledge of state, federal, OBRA, JCAHO, OSHA and facility policies and regulations

Salary:

$33 - $43 per hour based on years of experience

Schedule:

Part time

Monday - Friday

Benefits:

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

403B

PTO

Employee Discounts