Nurse Extern
Company: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Nurse Extern Career Opportunity
Nurse Tech to RN - Grads get a head start here! Walk-in Interviews
Welcome! 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. We're
eager to meet you, and we genuinely mean that. Join us on this
remarkable journey! The Encompass Health Way We proudly set the
standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right,
focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass
Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150
nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals
and growing! At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome
diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment
opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national
origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any
other protected classification.
Keywords: Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux , Sioux City , Nurse Extern, Healthcare , Madison, Iowa
