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The Rehabilitation Nurse Technician II works under the direction of a registered nurse to support unit and patient care needs, focusing on severe chronic conditions and complex disabilities within the rehabilitation environment. This role also involves assisting with electronic health records, participating in unit quality projects, and precepting new employees.
Requirements summary
Required qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent, current CNA certification or enrollment in an RN program with two completed clinical rotations, and current CPR certification. Preferred experience includes 2-5 years in a rehabilitation, acute care, or skilled nursing facility.
high schoolCustomer ServiceCPR CertificationPatient CareChronic Conditions ManagementData CollectionBasic Math SkillsPreceptingElectronic Health Record ManagementInterdisciplinary TeamworkEquipment InventoryRehabilitation NursingComplex Disabilities Support
Job description
Company DescriptionAt Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace.
This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry.
As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
Ready to join our quest for better?Job Description8-hour shiftsDays and Evenings0.9FTEThe Rehabilitation Nurse Technician II (RNT2) 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.
The RNT has expertise related to the specific needs for patients in the rehabilitation environment which includes severe chronic conditions and complex disabilities.
The RNT II is a member of the interdisciplinary rehabilitation care team and supports interventions to help individuals and their families achieve independence, adjustments to the patients’ health and to look beyond the disability or condition.
The RNT services adults and childrenIn their primary responsibility, the RNT II works under the direction of a professional registered nurse to support unit and patient care needs.
RNT II assists with management of the electronic health record and paper chart.
The RNT is crossed trained to perform the RNT job duties and is expected to float to the direct care position as needed.
The RNT II role serves as an active participant in the unit quality projects which can include data collection as well as unit equipment inventory and maintenance.
The RNT II is responsible to precept new RNT employees. roles.
QualificationsRequired:High School or equivalent (GED) High School degree, or G.E.D equivalent, is required.Current Nursing Assistant certification (C.N.A.) is required or current enrollment in an RN Nursing Program, with the successful completion of two clinical rotations.Maintains current CPR certification.Basic math skills are required.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.Preferred:2-5 years work experience is preferred in a rehabilitation hospital, acute care hospital or skilled nursing facility.Additional InformationNorthwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.Background CheckNorthwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers.
Benefits
401(k) Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Loan Forgiveness
Lifecycle Benefits
If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.
Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
BenefitsWe offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.
Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.
Exception
New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
