Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU

Bestica • Forest Park, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Registered Nurse in the Neuro ICU. The nurse will be responsible for the interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and will need to pass a Relias EKG exam. Patient diagnoses include ischemic strokes (post-thrombectomy, post-tPA), neuromuscular disorders, seizure disorders, CNS infections, hemorrhagic strokes, subdural/epidural hematomas, ICP monitoring (EVDs/bolts), and neurotrauma (GSW, MVC, spinal cord injuries). Special procedures and unit details include vasoactive medications, central line/arterial line management, ICP monitoring, CRRT, hypothermia/hyperthermia management, and spinal precautions. Special equipment includes EVD and bolt. The nurse will complete 10 hours of stroke education during orientation, which can include NIHSS (3 hours if taken in the year), and new provider or renewal ACLS. The facility is a Magnet & Teaching Hospital with Level I Trauma Center designation and 1,266 total staffed beds.

Requirements

• 2 years of experience in a neuro setting
• ACLS certification
• BCLS certification
• NIH certification
• Ability to pass Relias EKG exam
• Interpretation/Management of Dysrhythmias required
• Must pass Relias EKG exam
• Will need to pass Relias EKG exam
• Interpretation/Management of Dysrhythmias required
• Must have 2 years in neuro setting
• Must have ACLS, BCLS, NIH

Nice To Haves

• TNCC certification
• BSN
• 10 hours stroke education (can be satisfied during orientation)

Responsibilities

• Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Pass Relias EKG exam
• Manage patients with ischemic strokes (post-thrombectomy, post-tPA), neuromuscular disorders, seizure disorders, CNS infections, hemorrhagic strokes, subdural/epidural hematomas, ICP monitoring (EVDs/bolts), and neurotrauma (GSW, MVC, spinal cord injuries)
• Administer vasoactive medications
• Manage central lines and arterial lines
• Manage ICP monitoring
• Manage CRRT
• Manage hypothermia/hyperthermia
• Implement spinal precautions
• Float within scope to meet facility needs

Benefits

• Guaranteed Hours: Yes, 3 shifts per 13 weeks. The cancelled shifts must be the regular shift length to which the Contractor Personnel is assigned
• Monthly parking passes available
• If working a straight night shift, there is no charge for parking, and you may park in the employee parking

What This Job Offers

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