Rehabilitation Nurse Jobs
Rehabilitation Nurse jobs are open across hospitals, inpatient rehabilitation facilities, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies, at every level from new-grad to clinical lead, with specializations in neurological, orthopedic, and spinal cord injury rehabilitation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
Find Rehabilitation Nurse JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 285+ Rehabilitation Nurse jobs
Job Posting: Licensed Vocational Nurse, CDCR - Correctional Training Facility (CTF)
California Correctional Health Care Services
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION
$679.60 - $750.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 11/30/2026
Job Description and Duties
Under the supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II/III, Correctional Facility (CF) and the clinical guidance of the Registered Nurse (RN), CF, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), provides a basic and technical level of general nursing care to patients in a variety of correctional health care settings. The LVN, CDCR, pursuant to the LVN scope of practice and in collaboration with the health care team, ensures the delivery of appropriate and timely health care to patients. The LVN, CDCR provides technical patient care under valid authorization by a provider’s order and the delegation and clinical direction of the RN, CF, provides support to the care team for daily health care operations, and communicates effectively with patients and other members of the health care team. The LVN, CDCR is responsible for addressing the ongoing needs of patients, working with the physicians and other health care providers, and promoting the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Travel may be required.
Position Details
Department Information
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.
Across our organization, our programs work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR and CCHCS mission.
This advertisement is for a Licensed Vocational Nurse position(s) located at Correctional Training Facility (CTF), in Soledad, CA, located in Monterey County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 101-213-8257-090.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure to have a valid email address on your application.
This part-time position will be working 4 hours per week.The monthly salary range for this position is $679.60 - $750.
Special Requirements
Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications (MQ) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting MQ’s with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the MQ’s, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required for candidates new to CCHCS prior to appointment followed by department annual TB testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 11/30/2026Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other -
License: Possession of a valid, active license from the State of California to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Benefits
This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Dakota Thurston
(559) 221-3278
dakota.thurston@cdcr.ca.gov
Lorena Pantoja
(831) 678-3951
m_cchcsctfhr@cdcr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:CCHCS EEO Office
(000) -
CCHCS_EEO@cdcr.ca.gov
Examination Information
Additional Information
All methods of appointment may be considered.
State Application Checklist: To prepare for the State application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist.
Interview Checklist: To prepare for the interview process, please refer to the Work4CA: Interview Checklist.
CCHCS accepts electronic applications. If interested, please submit an electronic application (STD 678) through your CalCareer account at www.calcareers.ca.gov/. Your application must be submitted on or before the above Final Filing Date.
Paper App (If unable to submit an electronic application): To apply for this position, you may submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) along with copies of your most recent performance report, college transcripts/college diploma (if applicable) and license/certification (if applicable) to the contact person listed above.
Resumes will be accepted in addition to the required STD. 678.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Job Posting: Licensed Vocational Nurse, CDCR - Correctional Training Facility (CTF)
California Correctional Health Care Services
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS AND REHABILITATION
$679.60 - $750.00 per Month
New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.
Final Filing Date: 11/30/2026
Job Description and Duties
Under the supervision of the Supervising Registered Nurse (SRN) II/III, Correctional Facility (CF) and the clinical guidance of the Registered Nurse (RN), CF, the Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR), provides a basic and technical level of general nursing care to patients in a variety of correctional health care settings. The LVN, CDCR, pursuant to the LVN scope of practice and in collaboration with the health care team, ensures the delivery of appropriate and timely health care to patients. The LVN, CDCR provides technical patient care under valid authorization by a provider’s order and the delegation and clinical direction of the RN, CF, provides support to the care team for daily health care operations, and communicates effectively with patients and other members of the health care team. The LVN, CDCR is responsible for addressing the ongoing needs of patients, working with the physicians and other health care providers, and promoting the efficient, appropriate, and cost-effective use of health care resources.
You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.
Working Conditions
Travel may be required.
Position Details
Department Information
We enhance public safety and promote successful community reintegration through education, treatment and active participation in rehabilitative and restorative justice programs.
To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their communities equipped with the tools to be drug-free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment, rehabilitative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to transforming the correctional landscape to create safer, more professional, and more fulfilling environments for our employees, the incarcerated population, and those supervised in our communities. Through systemwide improvements grounded in proven and emerging practices, we aim to strengthen rehabilitation, enhance workplace satisfaction, and support successful reentry into the community through our institutions, parole, and community partnerships. Our shared mission is to promote safety, wellness, and human dignity while fostering positive change for all those who live and work within our institutions and communities.
CDCR and CCHCS are committed to building an inclusive respectful workplace. We are determined to attract and hire candidates from all communities and empower employees from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and personal experiences. We are proud to foster inclusion and drive collaborative efforts at all levels of the Department.
Across our organization, our programs work cooperatively to provide the highest level of health care possible to a diverse correctional population. We encourage creativity and ingenuity while treating others fairly, honestly, and with respect, all of which are critical to the success of the CDCR and CCHCS mission.
This advertisement is for a Licensed Vocational Nurse position(s) located at Correctional Training Facility (CTF), in Soledad, CA, located in Monterey County. Please indicate the position number on your application: 101-213-8257-090.
Note: Main communication for this position will be through email. Please ensure to have a valid email address on your application.
This part-time position will be working 4 hours per week.The monthly salary range for this position is $679.60 - $750.
Special Requirements
Please do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for a job vacancy, such as your State application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number (SSN), birthdate, student identification number, driver’s license number (unless required), basis of eligibility, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age. Confidential information on the first page of applications submitted electronically online, such as Easy ID number, SSN, examination related information, and driver’s license number will automatically be redacted upon submission.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications (MQ) will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are meeting MQ’s with education, you must include your unofficial transcripts/diploma for verification. Official transcripts may be required upon appointment. If it is determined an applicant does not meet the MQ’s, the candidate will be withheld from the eligibility list, rendering them inactive and ineligible to be hired for the position. Candidates who have been withheld may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board. Applicants who completed their education outside of the US (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of U.S. course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.
Tuberculosis (TB) testing is required for candidates new to CCHCS prior to appointment followed by department annual TB testing/evaluation thereafter.
When submitting supporting documents, PDF file format is preferred.
CCHCS utilizes E-Verify to confirm candidate’s identity and employment authorization. For more information about E-Verify, you may go to www.e-verify.gov
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Employment History on the STD 678 must be complete and include dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. To prepare for the State Application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist
Application Instructions
Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.
Final Filing Date: 11/30/2026Who May Apply
Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply
Address for Mailing Application Packages
You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:
Address for Drop-Off Application Packages
You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
- Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
- Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
- Other -
License: Possession of a valid, active license from the State of California to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse.
Benefits
This webpage is intended to provide general information. Benefit eligibility may be based on job classification, bargaining unit, time base and length of appointment.
Contact Information
The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Dakota Thurston
(559) 221-3278
dakota.thurston@cdcr.ca.gov
Lorena Pantoja
(831) 678-3951
m_cchcsctfhr@cdcr.ca.gov
Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.
EEO Contact:CCHCS EEO Office
(000) -
CCHCS_EEO@cdcr.ca.gov
Examination Information
Additional Information
All methods of appointment may be considered.
State Application Checklist: To prepare for the State application process, please visit Work4CA: State Application Checklist.
Interview Checklist: To prepare for the interview process, please refer to the Work4CA: Interview Checklist.
CCHCS accepts electronic applications. If interested, please submit an electronic application (STD 678) through your CalCareer account at www.calcareers.ca.gov/. Your application must be submitted on or before the above Final Filing Date.
Paper App (If unable to submit an electronic application): To apply for this position, you may submit a Standard State Application (STD 678) along with copies of your most recent performance report, college transcripts/college diploma (if applicable) and license/certification (if applicable) to the contact person listed above.
Resumes will be accepted in addition to the required STD. 678.
This advertisement may be used for other vacancies that occur during the life of this recruitment.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.
Rehabilitation Nurse Jobs by Experience Level
See All 285+ Rehabilitation Nurse Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Rehabilitation Nurse JobsRehabilitation Nurse Job Market
Who's Hiring
- Mercy Rehabilitation Hospitals25
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions12
- Prisma Health10
- Liberty Healthcare Companies8
- Texas Rehabilitation Hospitals6
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in rehabilitation nurse jobs.
- Active RN license in the state of employment or compact licensure
- Minimum one to two years of acute care or rehabilitation nursing experience
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) credential preferred or required
- Proficiency with Functional Independence Measure (FIM) scoring and documentation
- Experience working within interdisciplinary rehabilitation teams including PT, OT, and SLP
- BLS certification required, with ACLS preferred for higher-acuity rehabilitation settings
Tips for Your Rehabilitation Nurse Job Search
Tailor your resume to setting
Inpatient rehab facilities and home health agencies look for different things. Highlight FIM scoring and interdisciplinary team collaboration for IRF roles, and emphasize patient education and care coordination for home health and outpatient openings.
List your specialty certifications prominently
Certifications like CRRN signal focused expertise and move your application past the first screen. Place them in a dedicated credentials section near the top of your resume, not buried in a skills list at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists rehabilitation nurse openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target roles by patient population
Job titles vary widely: stroke rehabilitation nurse, orthopedic rehab nurse, TBI nurse specialist. Search by the population you have the most hours with so your experience maps directly to what the posting describes.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Rehab nursing interviews often include clinical scenarios around plateau management, family teaching, and ADL goal-setting. Walk through your reasoning out loud, connecting each decision back to functional outcomes and the patient's discharge plan.
Negotiate start date around license transfer
If you're relocating, your compact RN license or state endorsement timeline can affect when you can legally start. Raise this early in the offer conversation so both sides plan around the actual licensure date, not an assumed one.
Rehabilitation Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most rehabilitation nurses?
The most active employers for rehabilitation nurses right now are Mercy Rehabilitation Hospitals, HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, and Prisma Health, and the most openings are in Texas, North Carolina, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Inpatient rehabilitation facilities and large health system networks tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many rehabilitation nurse jobs are remote?
About 0% of rehabilitation nurse openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most rehabilitation nursing requires hands-on patient care. The sub-areas with the most remote or telehealth opportunity tend to be care coordination, case management, and utilization review roles that sit adjacent to direct rehabilitation nursing.
How do you become a rehabilitation nurse?
Start by earning your RN through an associate or bachelor's degree program and passing the NCLEX-RN. Build clinical experience in acute care, orthopedics, neurology, or a related setting before transitioning into a dedicated rehabilitation unit or facility. After accumulating the required hours of rehabilitation nursing practice, you can sit for the CRRN exam to formalize your specialty credentials.
How do you get hired as a rehabilitation nurse with little experience?
Many inpatient rehabilitation facilities and skilled nursing facilities hire new or early-career nurses and provide structured orientation alongside experienced rehab nurses. Highlight any clinical rotations in medical-surgical, neurology, or orthopedics, and emphasize patient education skills and ADL assessment experience. Applying to positions that list orientation programs or residency tracks gives you the best starting point.
What does the rehabilitation nurse interview process look like?
Most rehabilitation nurse interviews include an initial screening call with HR, followed by a clinical interview with the nurse manager or director of nursing. Expect scenario-based questions about functional goal-setting, managing patients who have plateaued, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams. Some facilities also include a brief unit tour or panel interview with staff nurses before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to rehabilitation nurse jobs?
You can find and apply to rehabilitation nurse jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your specialty, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
See All 285+ Rehabilitation Nurse Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Rehabilitation Nurse Jobs