Clinical Nurse II: D5N (Neuroscience & Epilepsy Monitoring)
About The Position
The D5N unit is a 21-bed neurosciences unit with one level of care, admitting patients with conditions such as ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, brain tumors, aneurysms, seizures, traumatic brain injuries, neuromuscular diseases, and other neurological system diagnoses. The unit includes 7 Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) beds where patients with seizure disorders are admitted electively for continuous EEG monitoring to identify the seizure origin. This monitoring can lead to candidacy for brain mapping and potential surgical intervention. The nurse-to-patient ratio for floor patients is typically 1:5.
Requirements
- Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
- Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
- Obtains and maintains certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical RN experience in Med-Surg or Progressive Care
- Excellent communication, prioritization, organizational and time-management skills
- Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement.
Nice To Haves
- NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY
Responsibilities
- Implements physician orders, administers medications, starts IVs, performs treatments, procedures and special tests, and documents treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' conditions.
- Assesses and evaluates patient needs for, and responses to, care rendered.
- Applies sound nursing judgment in patient care management decisions.
- Provides primary and emergency care for occupational and non-occupational injuries and illnesses.
- Administers over-the-counter and prescription medications as ordered.
- Collaborates with the nursing team to create a Plan of Care for all patients.
- Directs and guides ancillary personnel and maintains standards of professional nursing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
