Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Charlottesville, VA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - ICU Neuro

Job Details:

• Work night shifts in a 12-bed critical care unit providing intensive management to patients with life-threatening neurological and neurosurgical conditions
• Available for 36 or 48 hours per week scheduling
• Every other weekend and every other holiday coverage required
• 2:1 patient ratio for days, nights, and weekends
• 24 hours of orientation provided
• Must adhere to float policy within scope of practice
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIH Stroke Scale (can submit pending)
• Epic charting system experience required
• 2 years of experience required
• BSN preferred
• Virginia license required (can submit with pending license but must have in-hand by Wednesday before start date)
• Nursys verification required for submittal
• Care for patients with central nervous system tumors, complex spine surgery, acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke, endovascular interventions, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, neuromuscular diseases, status epilepticus, and CNS infections
• Skills include care of ventilated patients, CVA/acute stroke management, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and neuro intensive care
• Work with adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations
• Up to 40 hours of requested time off guaranteed per 13-week contract
• References required for submission

Facility:

This academic medical center operates a specialized 12-bed neurological intensive care unit that provides comprehensive critical care services for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions. The facility offers extensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretary services. The organization maintains high standards for patient care and utilizes advanced medical technology to support complex neurological cases.

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 outdoor recreation opportunities, vibrant arts and dining scenes, and a rich historical atmosphere that makes it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking both professional growth and quality of life.