Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Charlotte, NC
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 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 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• 36 hours per week schedule available
• 13-week assignment accepted
• Every other weekend requirement
• Patient ratios of 2:1 (can flex up to 3:1 during high census)
• Float requirement within hospital or to affiliate hospitals
• No call requirement
• Must have minimum 2 years of Neuro ICU experience (no general ICU experience accepted)
• Travel experience required - first time travelers not accepted
• Must be comfortable with stroke patients as primary population
• Required certifications: ACLS, BCLS, NIH Stroke Scale
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start
• Required skills: ventilators, IV starts, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, blood product administration, central line care, continuous IV sedation, CVA/acute stroke management, external ventricular drains (EVD), ICP monitoring, post neurosurgery management, lumbar drain experience
• Preferred skills: arterial line management
• Must be proficient with Epic charting system
• 24-hour orientation (2 days or 2 nights)
• Navy blue and white scrubs required
• Work with specialized equipment including EVD, lumbar drains, Camino, LICOX, NICOM, and Arctic Sun
• Cannot work more than 5 consecutive days or 60 hours per week per fatigue policy
• Maximum 7 days RTO allowed with auto approval

Facility:

This comprehensive stroke center specializes in neurological intensive care with a focus on stroke treatment and neurosurgical procedures. The facility maintains a 13-bed Neuro ICU with an average daily census of 11-12 patients and provides advanced neurological care including stroke management, craniotomies, aneurysm procedures, and complex neurosurgical cases. The unit offers comprehensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Location:

Charlotte, NC

Charlotte offers an excellent blend of urban amenities and Southern charm, featuring a thriving business district, diverse cultural attractions, and numerous recreational opportunities. The city provides healthcare professionals with access to professional growth opportunities, excellent dining and entertainment options, and proximity to both mountain and coastal regions for weekend getaways.