Rehabilitation Nurse (RN) in Watertown, WI

A skilled Registered Nurse with inpatient rehabilitation experience is needed for a contract assignment at an acute inpatient rehabilitation hospital specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This facility provides specialized care to patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal-cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries, and other conditions requiring comprehensive rehabilitative services.

Location:
This opportunity is based in Watertown, WI, a city known for its charming neighborhoods and close-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy a blend of cultural activities, outdoor recreation, and easy access to nearby metropolitan areas, making it an excellent location for work-life balance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Med-Surg or Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) nursing; skilled nursing experience alone is not sufficient.
• At least 13 weeks of hands-on EPIC electronic health record experience required.
• Acute inpatient rehab or acute rehab hospital experience is essential.
• One year of travel nursing experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care to a patient population with diagnoses including stroke, Parkinson’s, spinal injuries, post-craniotomy, joint replacement, and complex medical conditions such as hypertension and blood glucose management.
• Skilled in feeding tube care, swallowing precautions, insulin protocols, urinary catheter care, PICC and port management, IV starts, and supplemental oxygen delivery.
• Maintain a patient ratio averaging 1:7.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to maximize patient recovery and quality of life.
• Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts with every other weekend coverage required; no call duties.

Perks and Benefits:

• Contract position offering flexibility for travel and relocation.
• Opportunity to contribute in a CARF-accredited rehabilitation hospital committed to excellence in care.
• Dress code allows scrubs and sneakers for comfort and functionality.

This contract role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced rehab nurse looking to expand their expertise in a supportive and specialized inpatient rehab setting. Candidates with the required EPIC experience and inpatient rehab background are encouraged to apply to advance their nursing career in this dynamic environment.