Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU

University of California, San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

The Neuro ICU is a large, highly specialized unit providing care to critically ill adults with a wide range of neurological disorders. Patients may undergo complex surgical procedures, interventional treatments, and advanced research treatment modalities. The unit cares for patients with conditions including subarachnoid and intracerebral hemorrhages, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, acute ischemic strokes, brain tumors, seizure disorders, and spinal disorders. Advanced neurological monitoring and innovative interventions support the best possible patient outcomes.

Care is individualized and uses a multifaceted approach emphasizing quality, evidence-based practice, and participation by patients and families. The unit supports professional growth through resources, advanced neuro classes, and conferences. Staff participate in quality improvement projects, innovative research, and community collaborations. UCSF is a Joint Commission-accredited Primary Stroke Center.

The Registered Nurse maintains the knowledge and abilities essential to performing the stated behaviors and carries out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act. The position is accountable to the NURSE SVC SUPV 2 for overall work performance. Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations is required.

Requirements

• Minimum two years of recent adult Neuro Critical Care (ICU) clinical RN experience within the past four years.
• Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California.
• Active American Heart Association CPR certification.
• Active American Heart Association ACLS certification.
• Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

Nice To Haves

• Active NIHSS Certification.
• Active CCRN Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the knowledge and abilities essential to performing the stated behaviors.
• Carry out legal responsibilities within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act.
• Provide care in a specialized Neuro ICU setting for critically ill adults with neurological disorders.
• Orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed