Registered Nurse RN Neuro Trauma PRN

Progressive Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse RN

Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 sites of care and serving over 31.2 million patient interactions every year, nurses at Henrico Doctors' Hospital have the opportunity to make a real impact. As a Progressive Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse RN you can be a part of change.

It is an exciting time to be a nurse at HCA Healthcare! Come unlock your career potential and see how rewarding it can be to reach your personal and professional goals. Help to advance the practice of nursing and improve positive outcomes for your patients as a Progressive Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse RN. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Neuro/Trauma Care Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care to those with acute and chronic neurological disease, injury, and trauma. The RN serves as an advocate for patients to support an unparalleled patient care experience.

The Neuro Trauma Unit is a Medical-Surgical level of care that is a patient-centered unit who delivers high quality care to those with acute and chronic neurological diseases. This includes providing compassionate care to patients who have traumatic injuries to the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team of neurosurgeons, neurologist, trauma specialist and medical doctors.

What you will do in this role:

• Assess patient condition during admission and throughout each shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
• Perform procedures and care as ordered by the medical provider.
• Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Perform the administration of prescribed medications and monitor response.
• Maintain a knowledge of medications, assessments, procedures, and equipment used in the care of remote telemetry and medical-surgical patients.

Patient Assessment & Monitoring

• Perform comprehensive physical assessment on assigned patients, including vital signs, neurological status, pain levels, and other indicators of patient health
• Continuously monitor patient conditions and/or change in patient status.
• Respond to emerging clinical issues in a timely manner

Care Coordination and Treatment

• Administer prescribed medications through different routes and monitor patient for any side effects or adverse reactions.
• Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner.
• Provide post-surgical care for patients who undergo neurosurgical interventions, including brain surgeries, spinal cord injuries, trauma related surgeries.

Patient Education & Support

• Educate patient and families about the nature of their condition, prescribed medications, treatments, and home care instructions

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with neurosurgeons, neurologist, trauma surgeons, medical physicians, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care plans tailored to the patient's needs.
• Participate in rounds and team meeting to discuss patient care, progress, and discharge planning
• Communicate any changes in patient status, complications, or concerns to the health care team in a timely manner.

What Qualifications You Will Need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Registered Nurse Diploma

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

Be a part of an organization that leverages our size to make a real impact in our industry! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Progressive Neuro Trauma Registered Nurse RN opening. Submit your application today and help advance the practice of nursing.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.