Nurse Extern
Company: The Rehabilitation Institute of St. Louis - St. Pe
Location: Jefferson City
Posted on: February 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Nurse Extern Career Opportunity CNA License and Completed
Fundamentals are required for this position Encompass Health: Where
Nursing Meets Heart, Home, and Healing Looking for a nursing career
rooted in purpose, close to your heart and home? At Encompass
Health, you'll play a vital role in patients' recoveries-providing
individualized, compassionate care that makes a lasting impact.
Here, small victories add up to monumental change, and you'll
thrive in an environment built on support, advanced resources, and
teamwork. A Glimpse into Our World At Encompass Health, you'll
experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team.
Being at Encompass Health means aligning with a rapidly growing
national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the
growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the
greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named
one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the
Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other
accolades, which is nothing short of amazing. Starting Perks and
Benefits Our benefits are designed to support your well-being and
start on day one: - Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
for both full-time and part-time employees and their families. -
Generous paid time off that accrues over time. - Opportunities for
tuition reimbursement and continuous education. - Company-matching
401(k) and employee stock purchase plans. - Flexible spending and
health savings accounts. - A vibrant community of individuals
passionate about the work they do! Realize Your Vision as a New
Registered Nurse - Assists patients with daily activities as
delegated by the rehabilitation team. - Communicates patient
concerns and changes in condition to rehabilitation nurses or
therapists. - Documents appropriate patient information in their
medical records. - Obtains vital signs and records in the
electronic medical record. - Performs special procedures including
the collection of urine, stool, and sputum. - Reviews
treatments/ADLs/hygiene with patients and families. - Assists
patients with feeding and attends Therapeutic Dining Group as
indicated. - Assists patients with body mechanics. - Helps maintain
clean and healthy environment for the patient. - Assists with
equipment care. Qualifications - BLS (CPR) required or must be
obtained within 30 days of hire within this role. - Part-time or
full-time active student status. - Successful completion of the
first term of nursing courses of a professional Registered Nurse or
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program. - Must be currently
enrolled and in good academic standing in a professional Registered
Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program. - Initial
term including didactic/skills lab must include fundamentals of
nursing or course equivalent. - Return of one or two (if available)
instructor evaluations indicating satisfactory performance of
fundamental nursing skills. - Successful completion of preceptor
tool and core competency at 90 days and annually. - Must present
proof of continued enrollment and passing grade in nursing classes
each semester until graduation and remain in good academic
standing. - One year experience in inpatient clinical setting
preferred.
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