What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuroscience ICU position at Sentara?
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital located in Norfolk, Virginia is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Neuroscience ICU
Up to $20,000 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Applicants! Please ask the recruiter for details.
Hours/Shift: Full Time (36 hr/week)/Night Shift 7p-7a
Overview:
The Registered Nursing (RN) is responsible to perform a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by the critical thinking model known as the nursing process. The standards of practice (assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, coordination of care- teaching and health promotion and evaluation) along with the standards of professional performance (ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence- based practice /nursing research, quality, evaluation, resource utilization, and environmental health) encompass the actions and foundation of professional nursing. The RN possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas.
Department Overview:
The Neuroscience Critical Care Unit is a specialized unit providing intensive care for patients with severe, life-threatening neurological conditions, such as strokes, brain hemorrhages, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, tumors, and seizures. This unit uses a multidisciplinary team, advanced monitoring technology like continuous EEG monitoring, and intracranial pressure monitoring, and coordinated care to stabilize and support patients, leading to improved survival and functional outcomes. Candidates with critical care or a minimum of 1 year stepdown or med/surg experience will be considered.
Education
Degree or Diploma in Registered Nursing (required)
Bachelor of Science Nursing- BSN or MSN (Preferred)
Certification/Licensure
Registered nursing License (Required)
BLS required within 90 days of hire
Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.
Experience
Minimum of 1 year emergency, intermediate care, intensive care or med/surg highly preferred.
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