Registered Nurse (RN): Neurosurgical ICU

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health's Neurosurgical ICU (NSICU) seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to deliver advanced patient care within a 29-bed unit. The role emphasizes nursing process, safety, and evidence-based practice to achieve optimal outcomes for adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.

Responsibilities include coordinating care across the continuum and maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered approach while utilizing NIHSS and ICU monitoring tools in a high-acuity setting; 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited nursing program.
• At least 6 months RN experience; not for new grads.
• RN license issued by the state of practice; BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and coordinate comprehensive patient care using the nursing process.
• Lead efforts to create a safe patient environment and best patient experience through evidence-based practice and strong communication.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient care coordination

Evidence-based practice

Education

Completion of accredited nursing program

Tools

NIHSS

ICU monitoring equipment

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Neurosurgery ICU

Where You Will Work

The Neurosurgical ICU provides comprehensive patient care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. NSICU is a 29-bed unit with all private rooms, three negative pressure rooms and two fully equipped nursing stations with central monitoring available on either side. Common diagnoses for these patients include but are not limited to subarachnoid hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, epidural hematoma, spinal cord injuries, Code Stroke, head trauma, intracranial hemorrhages, brain tumors, continuous EEG and carotid endarterectomies. The nurses specialize in utilizing the NIHSS, monitoring and manipulating external ventricular devices, subdural drains, and IRRAS. We have a 1:2 ratio and have an AACN Beacon of Excellence Silver Designation.

We're Looking For

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing
• Candidates must have at least 6 months of RN experience, this position is not for new grads
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association

What You'll Do

• As a skilled and compassionate RN, you will play a pivotal role in providing and coordinating comprehensive patient care through the nursing process to deliver safe, therapeutic care in accordance with established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Using evidence-based practice, clinical decision making, compassion, and skills communication while leading efforts to create the safest patient environment and the best patient experience across the continuum.

About This Location:

Atrium Health's Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, which is distinguished throughout the southeastern United States for its excellent patient care and medical expertise. CMC serves as the region's only Level 1 Trauma center, is Magnet-designated, and an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas and liver. We also serve as one of North Carolina's five Academic Medical Center Teaching Hospitals, providing residency training for more than 200 physicians in 15 specialties and serve as a satellite for the medical school at UNC-Chapel Hill.

Ready To Take The Next Step

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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