Registered Nurse – Neuro/Surgical Intermediate Care
About The Position
McGivney 5 will be an Intermediate Care neuro/surgical unit within the new Adams Neuroscience Tower at Yale New Haven Hospital. The unit will serve a diverse patient population, including neuroscience, spine, vascular, and general surgery patients, as well as individuals recovering from stroke and complex surgical interventions. This unit is defined not only by its specialized patient population, but also by the advanced level of nursing assessment and monitoring required. Patients admitted to McGivney 5 require frequent, high-acuity observation, complex clinical management, and rapid intervention. Our team includes nurses with decades of experience alongside emerging clinicians building their expertise toward careers in critical care, research, or advanced practice. Nurses on McGivney 5 practice at a high level of clinical judgment, serving as a critical bridge between the ICU and acute care environments. The unit fosters a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach within a state-of-the-art neuroscience and surgical care setting, supporting excellence in patient outcomes and professional nursing practice.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut.
- BLS required
- Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch.
- May be exposed to infectious diseases.
- Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death.
- Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care.
- Standing/walking for more than half of the day.
- Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds.
Nice To Haves
- BSN preferred.
- All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire.
- Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged.
- All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program.
Responsibilities
- Perform Q2 neurological, vascular, and hemodynamic assessments
- Provide close post-operative monitoring and surveillance
- Identify subtle changes in patient condition and escalate care appropriately
- Manage complex clinical scenarios with a high degree of autonomy and critical thinking
- Neurological Monitoring
- Vascular Monitoring
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Acute Intervention & Stabilization
- Complex Medical Management
- Post-Surgical Recovery
- Stroke & Neuroscience Care
- Spine & Vascular Surgical Care
- Early Identification of Clinical Deterioration
- Interdisciplinary Care Coordination
- Patient & Family Education and Support
- Transition of Care (ICU Step-Down to Acute Care)
- Maintain accurate electronic health records (EHR) and adhere to hospital protocols, infection control, and safety standards.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
- Paid time off and flexible scheduling options.
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- Employee wellness initiatives and support programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
