RN - Neuro ICU

Cynet Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an RN for Neuro ICU in a 13-week assignment. The role focuses on Neuroscience patients with complex vascular conditions, requiring strong Neuro experience and proficiency in dysrhythmia management, arterial blood gases interpretation, and ventilator care.

Responsibilities include pre/post-operative neuroscience care, EVD management experience, and EKG phlebotomy. The position demands high-level critical care skills and ability to work 12-hour day shifts with a 1:2

Qualifications

• Must have Neuro ICU experience and be proficient in dysrhythmia interpretation.
• EVD, Crani and Burr holes experience required; strong Neuroscience background.
• Acceptance of multi-system critical care and patient monitoring protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for Neuro ICU patients with complex neurovascular conditions.
• Pre- and post-operative neuroscience care and patient monitoring.
• Interpret arterial blood gases and manage ventilated patients.
• Obtain 12-lead EKGs and perform phlebotomy as part of routine care.
• Monitor ICP, high-flow nasal cannula protocols, and multi-organ dysfunction.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and float as needed to meet facility needs.

Skills

Neuro ICU nursing

Dysrhythmia interpretation

Ventilator management

12-lead EKGs

Phlebotomy

Critical care

Education

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

Job description

RN - Neuro ICU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Neuro ICU

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: 2+ years

License: Required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Must-Have:

EVD, Crani and Burr holes experienceStrong Neuro experienceProficient in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias

Description:The position is for a Nurse in the Neuro ICU.This is a firm day shift role.The nurse will have a patient ratio of 1:2 for days and nights.There will be a test to assess proficiency in dysrhythmia management.Every other weekend is required.Nurses must float as needed to meet the facility's needs.A comprehensive understanding of Neuroscience cases is essential.The patient population primarily consists of Neuroscience with some medical and surgical overflow.Conditions managed include hemorrhagic strokes, subarachnoid hemorrhages, and other vascular malformations.Management of mild to severe traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries is also part of the role.The nurse will be involved in pre and post-operative care for neurosurgeries.Interpretation of arterial blood gases and management of ventilated patients are required skills.Understanding of protocols for high flow nasal cannula and ICP monitoring is necessary.All candidates must have experience with the management of multisystem organ dysfunction.The role requires obtaining 12 lead EKGs and performing phlebotomy.Clinical education related to stroke care must be completed.A background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process.References will be required upon application.