Registered Nurse - Spinal Cord Injury/Neurology/Rehabilitation

CVP is seeking a Registered Nurse specializing in Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) and Neurology to join our team providing care for our Nation's Veterans at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have specific experience in SCI/Rehabilitation settings, with Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility (IRF) experience preferred.

• Provide specialized nursing care to patients with spinal cord injuries and neurological conditions

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans focused on rehabilitation goals and outcomes

• Administer medications, perform wound care, and manage complex medical needs specific to SCI patients

• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams including physical, occupational, and speech therapists

• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans based on rehabilitation goals and outcomes

• Provide patient and family education on self-care techniques, adaptive equipment usage, and transition planning for home

• Support patients through emotional and physical adjustment to injury or disability

• Implement bowel and bladder management programs specific to SCI patients

• Prevent and manage complications common in SCI patients such as pressure injuries, respiratory issues, autonomic dysreflexia, and spasticity

• Document patient care accurately in electronic medical records

• Participate in team meetings and care conferences to coordinate comprehensive rehabilitation plans

• Advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare system

• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices in SCI and rehabilitation nursing

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in any US state, territory, or the District of Columbia

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Current BLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred

• IRF (Inpatient Rehabilitation Facility) experience preferred

• CRRN (Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse) certification preferred

• Minimum of 2 years experience in SCI or rehabilitation nursing

• Knowledge of complications specific to SCI patients and appropriate nursing interventions

• Experience working with Veterans and/or in VA healthcare settings preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Proficiency with electronic medical records

• Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship required)

Shift

• Day: 730am to 8pm

• Night: 730pm to 8am

Location

• Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030

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