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Entry Level Spinal Cord Injury Jobs (NOW HIRING)

It is accredited by JCAHO, and has 343 hospital beds, a 40-bed Spinal Cord Injury Center, and a 120-bed transitional care unit for long-term care. Facility Address: 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX ...

Job Summary Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Registered Nurse Compensation: $55.00/hr plus $5.09 for Health and Wellness Position Summary The SCI RN provides specialized care for patients with spinal cord ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Spinal Cord Injury vs Entry Level Physical Therapist?

AspectEntry Level Spinal Cord InjuryEntry Level Physical Therapist
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certification or associate degreeBachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or related field; licensure required
Work EnvironmentHospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, home careHospitals, outpatient clinics, rehab centers, schools
Industry UsageHealthcare, rehabilitation, patient supportHealthcare, rehabilitation, patient therapy

Entry Level Spinal Cord Injury roles focus on supporting patients with spinal injuries, often requiring basic healthcare knowledge. Entry Level Physical Therapists provide direct therapy services, requiring specialized education and licensure. While both work in healthcare settings and support patient recovery, physical therapists have more advanced training and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Spinal Cord Injury job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Registered Nurse - Spinal Cord Injury

US Department of Veterans Affairs

East Orange, NJ • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 673 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

52nd of 297 rated public sector bodies


Job description

Registered Nurse (Rn) - Spinal Cord Staff Nurse

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Spinal Cord Staff Nurse is responsible for the coordination of care focused on patient education, self-management, and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care. He/she administers medications and procedures per established policies, guidelines, and influences care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team. Spinal Cord Injury Staff Nurses educate families, manage wound care and autonomic dysreflexia, and coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams to promote independence and long term quality of life. The incumbent will work closely with the caregivers and support personnel for patients, and provide education on injury and disorder management, long term care needs, psychosocial adjustment to injury, and coordinate with the entire care team to prepare for discharge and homecare needs. Duties to include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide competent, evidence-based care to assigned patients and oversight of licensed vocational nurses/nursing assistants, as appropriate to the setting.
  • Assist in directing the provision of nursing education, orientation, competencies and providing quality improvement and outcomes utilization consultation.
  • Contribute professional nursing perspective in discussions with the interdisciplinary team, and partner with others to effect change and produce optimal outcomes.
  • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care based on age-specific and injury components.
  • Administer medications and procedures per established policies and guidelines.
  • Influence care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team.

Work Schedule: Full-Time. Day/Night Tour of Duty (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM or 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM) - To be discussed at interview

Compressed/Flexible: Authorized (12-hour Tour of Duty)

Telework: Not Authorized

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards to include:

  • Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
  • Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
  • Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
  • Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
  • Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

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