Description
The RN - Neuro ICU assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the neuro critical care setting. The Neuro ICU RN consistently performs according to nursing standards and is accountable in managing patient care and recognizing change in patient's conditions. The Neuro ICU RN must be alert and prepared at all times to respond to emergent situations and they must also be able to remain calm and professional in times of crisis.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care
Assesses signs and symptoms indicating physiologic and psychosocial changes in the patient's condition
Monitors patients for signs of brain death and herniation
Understands and is able to assess reflexive movement
Appropriately performs medication administration
Able to initiate and manage multiple IV lines, drains, tubing, catheters, and equipment used in patient monitoring
Provides palliative and end-of-life care when necessary
Communicates nursing interventions, expected outcomes and the time frames for expected completion to members of health care team, patent, and patient families
Functions as a resource to the health care team members in planning for patient's discharge
Documents the patient's plan of care using identified nursing diagnoses, expected patient outcomes, and selected nursing interventions
Provides a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment
Initiates and evaluates patient and/or family education
Adheres to facility/client policies, procedures and protocols at all times
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practices
One year of critical care experience is preferred
Current BLS card; current ACLS/PALS card (per facility requirement)
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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