Neuro ICU RN: Critical Brain Care Hero

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

Wearable nurse safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks an experienced Neuro ICU nurse to provide specialized, around-the-clock critical care for patients with brain, spine, and nervous system conditions. The role emphasizes frequent neuro checks, ICP management, and close collaboration with the care team.

We offer education and certification reimbursement, safety resources, shift differentials, malpractice coverage, loan forgiveness programs, and access to the EPIC charting system.

Qualifications

• RN with ADN/BSN/MSN and licensure in NM or multi-state license.
• Competence in neuro ICU care and critical care nursing.
• Ability to perform frequent neurological assessments and manage intracranial devices.

Responsibilities

• Frequent neurological assessments every 15 minutes to 2 hours using GCS and NIHSS.
• Monitor and manage ICP drains, EVDs, lumbar drains, bolts, sub-dural drains.
• Administer medications/infusions to control CPP, BP, seizures, and sedation.
• Escort patients to CT/MRI and assist with bedside procedures.
• Manage ventilators, cardiac rhythms, renal function, and nutrition in ICU.
• Communicate with families about prognosis and care goals.

Skills

Neurological assessment

Critical care

Patient monitoring

Education

ADN/BSN/MSN

Tools

External ventricular drains (EVDs)

Lumbar drains

ICP monitoring devices

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM seeks an experienced Neuro ICU nurse to provide specialized, around-the-clock critical care for patients with brain, spine, and nervous system conditions. The role emphasizes frequent neuro checks, ICP management, and close collaboration with the care team.

We offer education and certification reimbursement, safety resources, shift differentials, malpractice coverage, loan forgiveness programs, and access to the EPIC charting system.