Med Surg Neuro RN
Winston Salem, NC
Pulse Healthcare Services
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a specialty in Medical Surgical - Neuro. The successful candidate will provide essential care for patients with neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, and neurosurgery patients, among other medical diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced environment, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Monitor and manage patients with various neurological conditions.
• Perform IV starts and telemetry monitoring, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias.
• Participate in patient evaluations and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address patient needs.
• Float to other Med/Surg and Tele areas as required, including COVID care units.
• Work every other weekend and make up shifts as needed based on unit requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year of direct Med/Surg experience.
• Previous traveler experience is required; candidates must have completed at least 2 successful contracts.
• Current certifications:
  • BCLS
  • NIH
  • NIHSS
  • ACLS (preferred)

Unit Details

The unit primarily cares for stroke patients and houses a 4-bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU). The average daily census is 42 patients, with 43 rooms available.

Work Environment

• Patient ratios: 1:6
• 36 or 48 hour weekly schedules available
• 12-hour night shifts from 18:45 to 07:15
• Unit orientation: 36 hours
• Scrubs: Navy

Additional Information

Candidates must successfully pass EKG testing prior to commencing the role. Block scheduling may not be guaranteed. Applicants must have Med/Surg experience to be considered for this position.