Neuro Step-Down RN
Charlottesville, VA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work night shifts on 6North, a 12-bed stepdown unit utilizing critical care and neuroscience principles
• 13-week assignment with options for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Patient ratio of 1:3 for days, nights, and weekends
• Every other weekend and every other holiday schedule required
• 24 hours of orientation provided
• Care for patients transferring from Neuro ICU including neuro trauma, hemorrhages, ENT cancer patients, post-operative spine patients
• Must have 2 years of experience and Epic charting system experience
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (can be obtained before start)
• Must adhere to facility float policy within scope of practice
• Will accept pending VA license but must be in-hand by Wednesday before start date
• BSN preferred
• Up to 40 hours of time off can be approved per contract
• Care for adolescents, adults, and geriatrics with average daily census of 10 patients
• Work with interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams
• Manage patients with neurological disorders, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and post-surgical neurology patients

Facility:

This academic medical center operates as a comprehensive healthcare system providing advanced medical care and specialized services. The facility features a stepdown unit that bridges the gap between intensive care and general medical floors, utilizing cutting-edge neuroscience principles and critical care protocols. The organization maintains high standards for patient care with extensive interdisciplinary support services and modern medical technology to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Location:

Charlottesville, VA

Charlottesville offers a perfect blend of academic culture and natural beauty, home to the University of Virginia and surrounded by the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains. The area provides excellent quality of life with vibrant cultural activities, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a thriving healthcare community that attracts top medical professionals.