Neuro ICU RN — Critical Care & Team Collaboration

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis, TN seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned unit. You will communicate with physicians, leadership and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes, applying nursing processes, critical thinking, empathy, integrity and respect to preserve patient autonomy and dignity.

Responsibilities include accurate patient assessment, safe medication administration, patient education, and prioritization

Qualifications

• RN license required; BLS certification within 14 days of hire.
• ACLS/PALS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the patient appropriately and accurately based on their medical condition.
• Administers medications as prescribed and monitors for responses.
• Delivers age-appropriate care including basic self-care activities.
• Implements teaching plans based on learning needs, with family involvement.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs procedures requiring technical skills.
• Addresses psychosocial needs and coordinates post-discharge planning with social services.
• Promotes cost-effective practices and prudent use of supplies.
• Prioritizes patient care efficiently and maintains patient safety.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis, TN seeks a compassionate Registered Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care in the assigned unit. You will communicate with physicians, leadership and multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes, applying nursing processes, critical thinking, empathy, integrity and respect to preserve patient autonomy and dignity.

Responsibilities include accurate patient assessment, safe medication administration, patient education, and prioritization