Stroke Unit RN - Full-Time Days, Compassionate Care

freemanhealth; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO) / Flex Time Off

Wellness program with discounts

Milestone payments with longevity

Extended Sick pay

Learning Center for Freeman Family

Payroll deduction at various Freeman-‑

Job summary

Freeman Health is seeking an experienced registered nurse for the Cardiac Medical Unit (CMU) in Joplin, MO. The role furthers the hospital's Stroke Accreditation efforts by delivering comprehensive patient care on a 35-bed unit.

You will collaborate with RNs, LPNs, and staff to assess patient needs, implement plans, and ensure safe, effective care for stroke and dialysis patients. This full-time daytime role includes ongoing certifications and competency requirements.

Qualifications

• Current Missouri RN license or compact-state license; if compact, must reside in the state.
• ACLS certification preferred; ACLS within 120 days if required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers within 60 days.
• NIH Stroke Scale certification within 90 days.
• ASLS within 180 days; CPI training within 365 days.
• RN competency review annually by transcript due date.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical, emotional and psychosocial needs; plan and implement care.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective care.
• Monitor stroke and dialysis patients on the designated unit.

Education

Missouri RN License (or Compact State)

ACLS Certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

NIH Stroke Scale Certification

ASLS - Advanced Stroke Life Support

CPI Training

Stroke CEU Hours 8/yr

Job description

Freeman Health is seeking an experienced registered nurse for the Cardiac Medical Unit (CMU) in Joplin, MO. The role furthers the hospital's Stroke Accreditation efforts by delivering comprehensive patient care on a 35-bed unit.

You will collaborate with RNs, LPNs, and staff to assess patient needs, implement plans, and ensure safe, effective care for stroke and dialysis patients. This full-time daytime role includes ongoing certifications and competency requirements.