Neuro Intermediate Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Neuro Intermediate Care Unit. This position requires a strong background in neurology and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in a teamwork-oriented environment.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Monitor and manage patients within the neuro intermediate care setting.
• Perform duties in accordance with Novant behavioral expectations and teamwork approach.
• Titrate medications, specifically Levophed and insulin drips, with attention to detail.
• Caring for various patient conditions including aneurysms, post-neurosurgery, and traumatic brain injuries.
• Provide cardiopulmonary support, including BiPAP/CPAP management and care of ventilated patients.
• Administer and manage IV therapies, including blood product administration and central line care.
• Conduct assessments and respond promptly to changes in patient conditions.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience is required, with specific experience in neuro care.
• Experience with cardiac monitoring and management of dysrhythmias is essential.
• Skills in handling gastrointestinal and renal procedures, including feeding tube management and continuous bladder irrigation.
• Must hold current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
• Experience utilizing the EPIC electronic health record system is required.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in CCRN or TNCC is highly desirable.
• Experience in triage and conscious sedation is a plus.

Shift and Scheduling Details:

• This position involves 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15.
• A minimum of three weekend shifts is required every six weeks.
• The unit accepts contracts ranging from 16 weeks up to February 27, 2027.

Patient Care Environment:

The Neuro Intermediate Care Unit specializes in neurologically-focused care along with medical intermediate patients, providing a unique opportunity for nurses to expand their skills in a specialized environment.

Additional Information:

Orientation includes a comprehensive 32-hour process with both classroom and hands-on training. Scrubs are not provided; candidates are expected to furnish their own scrubs in a combination of navy blue and white.

Interview Process:

Please provide your availability for interviews as part of the candidate submission process, as interviews are required prior to offering the position.