Registered Nurse - 8N - NeuroIMC / Neurosurgical

Christus Health; Corpus Christi (TX); Sur place; USD 72 000 - 98 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on bonus

Résumé du poste

Christus Health in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a Registered Nurse for the 8N Neuro IMC / Neurosurgical unit. The role focuses on Neuro Telemetry and Neuro Surgical Services, caring for stroke, brain and spinal patients. A $10K sign-on with 2-year commitment is offered and the unit emphasizes teamwork and high-quality care.

BSN preferred with 1 year of related nursing experience. BLS required; RN license in state of employment or compact. Schedule: 3 days, 12 hours; Full-Time position.

Qualifications

• BLS certification is required.
• RN license in the state of employment or compact.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsabilités

• Meet expectations of nursing competencies and provide routine and complex care.
• Utilize nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Address psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patients and families.
• Administer medications and treatments using appropriate protocol; monitor for side-effects.
• Document patient history, symptoms, medication and care.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers; identify issues and resources.

Connaissances

BLS

Formation

BSN (preferred)

Description du poste

Description

This position qualifies for a $10K Sign-on Bonus with a 2-year commitment

Registered Nurse - 8N Neuro IMC / Neurosurgical ($10K Sign-on)

8NT is a 36-bed unit with a focus on Neuro Telemetry and Neuro Surgical Services. The primary patient population is composed of stroke, brain, and spinal conditions that range from; seizures, brain aneurysm, laminectomy, cervical fusion, stable craniotomy mechanical thrombectomy after 24 hours of ICU recovery. We have a strong working relationship with our neurosurgeons and neurologists who provide education and guidance to help enhance our nursing care. We pride ourselves on our TJC Comprehensive Level 1 Stroke Certification. We strive to maintain a culture of teamwork and quality. Every associate from our physicians, stroke coordinators, nurses, certified nursing assistants, therapists, and case managers plays a crucial role in the success of our unit.

Summary

The competent Nurse, in the same or similar clinical setting, practices independently and demonstrates an awareness of all relevant aspects of a situation. Provides routine and complex care, with the ability to on long-range goals or plans. Continues to develop the ability to cope with and manage contingencies of clinical nursing. Makes appropriate assignments and delegates to other care providers as a means to help manage the clinical situation.

Responsibilities

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Consistent with the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, provides nursing care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, planning, intervention and evaluation for assigned patients.
• Addresses increasingly complex psychological, emotional, cultural, and social needs of patient and families in accordance with their level of practice.
• Using the appropriate protocol, administers medications and treatments; monitors for side-effects and effectiveness of the treatment prescribed.
• Documents patient history, symptoms, medication, and care given.
• Assess learning needs and provides education to patients, family members and/or care givers; identify issues and resources.

Job Requirements

Education/Skills

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing, preferred

Experience

• 1 year of experience in the related nursing specialty preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required
• RN License in state of employment or compact

Work Schedule

3 Days - 12 Hours

Work Type

Full Time