Registered Nurse (RN) – Stroke/Neuro PCU

Position Overview

This position is for a Registered Nurse specializing in a Stroke/Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The RN will provide nursing care for patients in a specialized telemetry setting with a focus on stroke and neurology patients, alongside general medicine overflow.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a telemetry PCU.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, including dysrhythmia management.
• Administer IV therapy, medications, and blood products as per established protocols.
• Utilize emergency response techniques and participate in rapid response and code teams.
• Apply isolation precautions and manage telemetry settings, ensuring patient safety and care quality.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, and Pharmacy.
• Support patients requiring respiratory care, including non-invasive airway management.
• Float to other units as needed, maintaining skill sets and patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess an active RN license from a non-compact state or an active compact RN license.
• 1 year of nursing experience required, preferably within a large facility (250+ beds).
• Neuro PCU experience is mandatory, with preference for candidates with travel experience.
• Certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS are required.
• Proficiency with Epic charting system is essential.

Work Schedule

• Night shifts comprising three 12-hour shifts (645 PM – 715 AM).
• Weekend shifts are required on a rotating basis with a total of six weekend shifts in a six-week scheduling block.
• Orientation will consist of 32 hours upon onboarding.

Patient Ratios

Typical patient care ratios for this unit are 1:5. The staffing goal is to maintain a 1:4 ratio when possible.

Unit Details

The Stroke/Neuro PCU specializes in managing patients recovering from strokes and neurological conditions while also addressing general medical needs. The unit supports a daily census of approximately 25 patients across 25 beds.

Additional Information

The selected candidate will be part of a large nursing team with opportunities for professional development and collaboration across multiple disciplines.