Telestroke Nurse - vNeurology Outpatient Job Listing at Mercy in Chesterfield, MO (Job ID 951936)

Description

Full-Time/8 AM - 5 PM

This position is onsite at Mercy Virtual in Chesterfield, MO

Overview: 

• The vStroke position works with a multidisciplinary team to support evidence-based practice with the use of established stroke protocols via the telemedicine platform.
• Ensures care for the stroke patient throughout the continuum, by providing quality, best practices support and data collection for stroke patients across multiple hospitals.
• Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients.
• Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.

Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program. Associates Degree in Nursing.
  
• Experience: 2 years recent experience in Direct patient care experience of Neurology patients in an acute care setting, Adult Med/Surg, or Emergency Department experience required. 
• Preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical-surgical (floor) nursing, preferably with some neuro experience.   Ideal candidate would have at least 5 years of experience.   Comfort with technology is a plus
• Licensure: Missouri State Licensure, current RN Temporary Permit/RN. Multi-state licensure required within 6 months of hire. 
  
• Certifications: BLS, NIHSS certification upon one month of hire, and Stroke Certified
• Registered Nurse (SCRN) within 3 year of hire required.
  
• Other: Excellent communication skills and able to collaborate effectively within a team environment. Must have the ability to independently practice and prioritize demands in an ever-changing, dynamic environment. Must demonstrate understanding of pathophysiology and rationale of special therapies of the stroke patient. 

Described as a “hospital without beds”, the Virtual Care Center is home to a large medical team, but no patients. Using highly sensitive two-way cameras, online-enabled instruments and real-time vital signs, clinicians “see” patients where they are. 

Key Mercy Benefits:

• • Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,000 for continuing education 
  • Health/Dental/Vision available after day one  
  • Annual contribution of $100 per month  to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA  
  • Paid parental leave for new parents 
  • 401k with employer match  
  • Paid PTO for volunteering  
  • Competitive salary 
  • Future career growth! 

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