MS/Telemetry/Neuro Registered Nurse
Marrero, Louisiana
West Jefferson Medical Center

Registered Nurse - MS/Tele/Neuro

Location: Marrero, Louisiana
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work schedule options: alternating 3x12s and 4x12s every other week, or straight 4x12s
• Patient population: Neuro/Stroke, Vascular Surgeries, Multi-Level Back Surgeries, CABG, ECMO
• Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6
• Weekend shifts required
• No on-call duties
• Float required
• Holiday shifts required (at least 2 of 3 holidays)
• Scrubs: Navy and white combo

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years experience in MS/Telemetry/Neuro nursing (strong neuro skills required)
• Epic electronic health record experience required
• Skills in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), pre/post neuro surgery care, spinal cord injuries, and traumatic brain injuries

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• NIH Stroke Certification
• Preferred: CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute)

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry experience, including experience within the last year
• Neurology experience
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Additional Information

• Return to Office (RTO) within 5 days or add time to end of contract if delayed
• Must comply with employee appearance policy
• Must complete all required documentation and verifications within 30 days of start date

This position is ideal for experienced neuro/telemetry nurses comfortable with complex neurological and cardiovascular patient care in a fast-paced environment.