Neuro Telemetry Nurse
About The Position
St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is home to a 32-bed Neurosurgery / Neurological Telemetry unit, which is an integral part of the world-renowned Barrow Neurological Institute. The Neuro Telemetry staff handles complex neurological and neurosurgical cases, including traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, brain tumors, stroke, and many other conditions. As a member of this team, you'll not only provide exceptional care but also receive comprehensive training and numerous chances to contribute to unit and housewide teams. Neuro Telemetry offers an exceptional environment for personal and professional growth, with unique learning opportunities that will keep you engaged and excited about your career. As a Neurology Nurse, you'll conduct neurological exams, administer medications, monitor intake and output, and closely monitor our patients' blood pressure. You'll also oversee any external ventricular drains, intracranial bolts, or lumbar drains. Your role will be a key part of a collaborative team, working closely with other nurses, physicians, case managers, and a dedicated team of allied health professionals. Together, we'll monitor these patients and strive to offer them the best possible outcome. Although each shift contains the same fundamental duties, no two days are the same. We take the most challenging cases, and you may see patients with new neurological diseases never before documented or brain operations in portions of the brain most physicians won't touch. Because we take the tough cases, only some outcomes will be ideal. That's why you must have a strong passion for neurology and science advancement. It can be emotionally demanding but incredibly rewarding when patients and their families celebrate victories, making a real difference in their lives.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Registered Nurse: AZ
- Basic Life Support - CPR
Nice To Haves
- One year recent acute care
- Bachelors Of Science Nursing
Responsibilities
- Ensure continuity of care by conferring with nurses from the prior shift and doing a neuro exam together before they leave.
- Perform neurological exams and head to toe exams, closely watching for any status changes.
- Monitor any external ventricular drains, intercranial bolts or lumbar drains.
- Monitor blood pressure and notify a physician of any neuro status changes, changes in fluid balance, or difficulty maintaining correct blood pressure.
- Administer medications as needed.
- Be a compassionate resource for our patients’ families.
- Deliver the best possible care to every patient every day.
- Maintain patient dignity.
Benefits
- Education Benefit program for benefit-eligible employees after 180 days
- Debt relief and student loan assistance
- Full-time employees can receive up to $18,000 over five years
- Part-time employees can receive up to $9,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
