Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

The neurosurgical unit provides exceptional opportunities to care for a diverse patient population. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams specializing in brain tumors, spinal malformations, neuroendovascular procedures, and epilepsy surgery. This is a mixed-acuity unit consisting of both floor-level and an 8-bed high-acuity step-down unit for patients with complex needs requiring hemodynamic and neurological monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct Q1 neuro checks and monitor patients with complex neurological conditions.
• Manage EVDs (External Ventricular Drains), lumbar drains, and subdural drains.
• Administer and monitor therapies such as 3% NS, Cardene drips, and arterial lines.
• Provide care for patients undergoing carotid endarterectomy, aneurysm coiling/clips, DBS Insertion (Deep Brain Stimulator), and VP shunts.
• Implement seizure management protocols as necessary.

Qualifications

• Must have stepdown or PCU experience.
• Active RN License in New York (NY).
• Minimum two (2) years of relevant nursing experience.
• Experience with high acuity stroke and neurosurgery patients is required.
• Telemetry experience is required.
• BLS certification is mandatory; ACLS certification is preferred.
• NIHSS certification is required.

Work Schedule

This position requires a rotating shift schedule, including weekends and holidays, with the potential for on-call responsibilities. Available shifts may include 36 or 48 hours per week.

Location

Position located in the city of your choice within the state of New York.