RN - 19122740

MVHS • Utica, NY

21h • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Registered Nurse with expertise in Medical/Surgical care to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in stroke stepdown care and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. The unit is a Medical/Surgical Stroke Stepdown unit with 64 beds, caring for adult patients with common diagnoses including Stroke, altered mental status, renal issues, dialysis, COPD, CHF, isolation needs, general medical-surgical concerns, pneumonia, and pulmonary issues. Specialty equipment utilized includes IV pumps, nasogastric (N/G) tubes, and feeding tubes. The shift is an evening shift, from 6:30 PM to 7:00 AM. Please note that block scheduling is not guaranteed. Floating to other units may be required based on the needs of the facility. The scrub color for the unit is navy blue.

Requirements

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in Medical/Surgical nursing, with a focus on stroke stepdown care.
• Previous travel nursing experience is required.
• Current AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification (NIHSS can be obtained prior to start).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with EPIC EMR system is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to medical/surgical stroke stepdown patients.
• Monitor patient conditions and administer medications as prescribed.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Assist in daily living activities and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Participate in patient and family education regarding health management and recovery.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in electronic medical records (EMR).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level