Neuro Med/Surg RN: Brain Injury & Stroke Care Pro

Carle Health; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health in Urbana, IL is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process. You will document care, complete admissions/discharges, and maintain a safe patient environment across shifts.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, timely response to call lights, and collaboration with the healthcare team to support patients with brain injuries or neurological events.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in Illinois (IDFPR)
• BLS certification within 30 days (AHA)
• HS Diploma or GED; Associate's Degree in Nursing

Responsibilities

• Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
• Implements procedures and theories related to the area of practice.
• Maintains up-to-date and accurate nursing documentation for the healthcare team.
• Completes initial patient assessment and develops care plan.
• Implements and modifies plan of care with ongoing evaluation.
• Ensures patient and employee safety and reports hazards.
• Communicates to resolve issues and supports colleagues' development.
• Identifies learning needs and seizes opportunities for growth.
• Fulfills departmental competencies and uses patient bedside shift reports.
• Delegates tasks to HCTrs and validates completion.
• Documents basic RN care: assessments, vital signs, orders, admissions/discharges, rounds, and education.
• Meets Med/Surg RN documentation standards.
• Administers medications using the 5 Rights.
• Maintains safety priorities: fall precautions, infection control, isolation, ambulation safety.
• Maintains a positive, healing unit atmosphere.
• Responds promptly to patient call lights and triages needs.
• Uses critical thinking for status changes and nursing judgment.
• Promotes interdisciplinary collaboration for safe patient care.
• Provides care for patients with neurological injuries or seizures.

Skills

Licensed RN (IL)

BLS certified

Documentation

Assessment & planning

Patient safety

Communication

Nursing judgment

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree

Job description

Carle Health in Urbana, IL is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse (RN) to provide patient-centered care using the nursing process. You will document care, complete admissions/discharges, and maintain a safe patient environment across shifts.

The role emphasizes critical thinking, timely response to call lights, and collaboration with the healthcare team to support patients with brain injuries or neurological events.