Rehabilitation Nurse
What is a rehabilitation nurse?The rehabilitation nurse is a nurse who specializes in assisting
persons with disabilities and chronic illness to attain optimal function, health, and adapt to an altered lifestyle. Rehabilitation nurses
assist patients in their move towards independence by setting realistic goals and
treatment plans. They work as part of a multidisciplinary team and often
coordinate patient care and team activities.
Rehabilitation nurses may practice in a variety of settings, including the
following:
- hospitals
- inpatient rehabilitation centers
- outpatient rehabilitation centers
- long-term care facilities
- community and home health settings
- insurance companies
- private practice
- schools
- industrial health centers
Rehabilitation nurses provide care that helps to restore and maintain
function, and prevent complications. They also provide patient and family
education, counseling, and case management. Rehabilitation nurses serve as patient
and family advocates and also participate in research that helps improve
the practice of rehabilitation.
Registered nurses who specialize in rehabilitation are often certified
by the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
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