RN - MS

Registered Nurse (RN) - Medical Surgical - Neuro

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Medical Surgical - Neuro unit. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional care to patients, primarily focusing on stroke patients and those with various neuro diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including IV starts and telemetry monitoring.
• Interpret and manage dysrhythmias effectively.
• Care for patients undergoing neurosurgery and those with conditions such as epilepsy and subdural hematomas.
• Participate in staff training as necessary, especially in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit.
• Meet patient care standards and ensure safety and efficiency in all procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience with at least 1 year of direct MedSurg experience.
• Traveler Experience: Candidates must have at least 2 successful contracts; first-time travelers will not be accepted.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BCLS), NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS); Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) is preferred but not mandatory.
• Skills: Proficient in IV starts, telemetry interpretation, and dysrhythmia management; Med/Surg neuro experience is required.

Work Details

• Ratios: 1:6 patient-to-nurse ratio.
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15).
• Scheduling: Flexible scheduling options are available; travelers are expected to work every other weekend and make up any missed shifts or days within the contract period.
• Floating: Required to float to other Med/Surg and telemetry areas as needed, with potential assignments in COVID care units.
• Unit Orientation: 36 hours of orientation provided for all new staff.

Unit Information

• Daily patient census of approximately 42 with a capacity of 43 beds.
• Utilizes PYXIS, EPIC, and SBAR for medication management and communication.
• The unit features a designated 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU).

Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of our patients. We look forward to your application.