Registered Nurse (T&RC) - Neuro Critical Care Full-Time Night Shift

Stony Brook University Medical Center; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 108,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University Hospital seeks a Registered Nurse for the Neuro Critical Care unit on the full-time night shift. The role involves assessing patients, planning and delivering care, administering medications, and ensuring safe, evidence-based nursing practices.

The RN must hold or be eligible for a New York State license; a Bachelor's in Nursing and ACLS/BLS are preferred. Pre-employment checks and compliance steps apply.

Qualifications

• Must possess or be eligible for a New York State RN license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred with acute care experience.
• ACLS and BLS certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and coordinate nursing care with other clinicians.
• Develop individualized care plans including teaching and discharge planning.
• Administer direct patient care and medications as ordered.
• Practice infection control and maintain a safe environment.
• Document changes in patient status and communicate with RN/Clinician.
• Maintain and update written care plans and set patient/family goals.
• Educate patient/family and ensure alignment with physician care plans.
• Collaborate with staff and departments to improve patient care.
• Participate in unit or hospital quality assurance activities.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care planning

Medication administration

Infection control

Team communication

Education

RN license NY State

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

ACLS

BLS

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Description - Registered Nurse (T&RC) - Neuro Critical Care Full-Time Night Shift (2603643)

Registered Nurse (T&RC) - Neuro Critical Care Full-Time Night Shift

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, ourRegistered Nurses arecritical members of theteam who diagnose and treat responses to actual or potential health problems by means of nursing methods and techniques such as case finding, health teaching and counseling.Incumbents provide care supportive to and restorative of health and well-being, while adhering to a medical regimen.

Critical Care Nurses make sure all critically ill patients get optimal care for their illnesses and injuries.

Duties of a Registered Nurse may include the following but are not limited to:

• Assess the patient’s condition and nursing needs; coordinate nursing care activities with other health disciplines involved in the treatment effort to relate and integrate the nursing regimen with the treatment plan for patients.
• Develop a written individualized care plan which includes teaching needs and discharge planning.
• Administer direct care when professional nursing skills and judgment are needed.
• Administer medications.
• Practice infection control and participate in the maintenance of a clean and safe environment.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for the delivery of nursing care to all assigned patients. Communicates changes in patient’s condition and questions regarding patient care to Charge RN/Clinician.
• Develops and maintains current written plan of care for assigned patients. Sets priorities to meet the patient’s needs. Sets patient goals and priorities with the patient and/or family.
• Provides documented evidence in the medical record of patient/family teaching and their responses and understanding of the teaching. Ensures that patient education and instructions are consistent with that of the physician or designee.
• Communicates and works effectively with other staff and other departments.
• Participates in unit or hospital based quality assurance activities or committees to contribute to the advancement of the nursing profession at Stony Brook University Hospital.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC)

Required: Possession of or eligibility for a license to practice as a registered nurse in New York State.

Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and at least one year of previous hospital acute care experience. ACLS, BLS.

*Only licensed nurse experience in an acute care facility will be counted towards RN1 experience.

Acute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short-term (usually less than 30 days), intense, and have a relatively severe to very severe course, requiring knowledge and expertise in the vigilant monitoring of subtle changes in the patient’s condition, as well as ability to quickly recognize and identify potential problems and conditions resulting from a previous disease.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*

Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.

Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*

Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.

Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

Location Pay : for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions

Shift Differentials : Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, including individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, interview, or hiring process, please request one by contacting [e-mail]. We will consider accommodation requests in compliance with applicable law. This process is separate from and does not require any voluntary self-identification of disability status. Please include the position title and position number (if known) in your message.

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Stony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.

Job Number:

2603643

Official Job Title : Registered Nurse 1 (T&RC) 4373

Job Field

Critical Care

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Night Shift Shift Hours : 1900-0730 Pass Days : Every Other Weekend, Variable

Posting Start Date

Oct 20, 2026

Salary : 108,182 - 133,000 (rates are subject to change based on FTE and Shifts)

Salary Grade : SG18