Registered Nurse (RN) – Medical Surgical – Neuro

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Medical Surgical – Neuro unit. This role involves providing high-quality care to patients primarily focused on stroke management, neurosurgery, and other neurological diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centered care in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, including telemetry and dysrhythmia management.
• Administer medications and perform treatments as prescribed.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Document all patient interactions and progress accurately.
• Participate in patient education and support.
• Adapt to floating requirements to various Med/Surg/Tele areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years with at least 1 year of direct Med Surg experience.
• Traveler Experience: Candidates must have at least 2 successful contracts as travelers.
• Certifications: BCLS, NIH, NIHSS are required; ACLS is preferred but not mandatory.

Work Conditions

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts.
• Patient Ratios: Typical ratio is 1:6.
• Scheduling: Contracts are available for 13-26 weeks with options for 36 or 48 hours per week.
• Travelers are expected to work every other weekend and may have to make up missed shifts as per unit requirements.
• Staff may be required to float to other Med/Surg/Telemetry areas, including COVID care units.
• Unit orientation consists of 36 hours of training.
• Scrubs provided are navy blue.

Unit Details

• This unit specializes in caring for stroke patients and has a dedicated Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU).
• Daily census is approximately 42 patients, with 43 available beds.
• Unit technology includes PYXIS and EPIC for electronic documentation and medication management.

Additional Information

• All candidates must pass EKG testing prior to the start of their assignment.
• Block scheduling is not guaranteed.
• It is essential to have prior Med/Surg experience to qualify for this position.