Encompass Health
IL
As a Nurse Extern at Encompass Health, you will support RNs and the interdisciplinary rehab team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Under direct supervision, you'll assist with vital signs, mobility, hygiene, and documentation while learning specialized rehabilitation practices. Gain hands-on experience with diverse patient populations recovering from major illnesses and injuries in a collaborative, clinically advanced environment. This role offers structured learning, mentorship, and exposure to care planning, therapy coordination, and core nursing skills to prepare you for a future RN role. Responsibilities Assist RNs with direct patient care in an inpatient rehabilitation setting Obtain and record vital signs, intake and output, and patient observations Support patient mobility, transfers, and ADLs using safe handling techniques Maintain patient comfort, hygiene, and a clean, safe environment Document care and observations in the electronic medical...
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Nursing
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