Registered Nurse RN Neuro Stroke PCU Telemetry

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As a Neuro PCU RN unit you will work on our beautiful 6th floor state of the art unit with a diverse population of neurology, stroke, and general progressive care patients. Our Neuro Tele unit is monitored from centralized viewing stations located within our centralized monitoring room right on the unit! Neuro-Tele is a close knit, cohesive team who work together within a strong "1-Team" mindset with a focus on development, strong culture, and exceptional patient outcomes. If this sounds like you, apply to join our team today!

Our 6th floor Boswell Neuro Stroke has received the highest HCAHPS nursing courtesy and respect scores of all the PCU service-lines within the facility, and highest HCAHPS managing health scores.

Our state of the art unit monitors patients using Philips equipment, We also utilize Caregility equipment that can connect utilizing telemedicine technology with a provider for real time management of patient care. The system consists of a screen where a provider is visible, a microphone, and an adjustable camera that even hosts night vision technology!

Our Banner Boswell PCU is currently seeking experienced PCU Nurses, but will also consider applications from those that have Telemetry, ICU, Home Health, Skilled Nursing, Medical/Surgical or other acute or critical care background with a strong desire to develop!

We have an option for either full time (three 12-hour shifts per week) or part time (two 12-hour shifts per week) which offer competitive pay, sign on bonuses, and exceptional training! You will also enjoy an additional 18% night shift differential and $3/hour weekend shift differential when applicable.

Apply to join our Neuro/Stroke team today!

POSITION SUMMARY
This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.

2. Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of are. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient’s status.

3. Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.

4. Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other health care team members. Evaluates patient's response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.

5. Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient’s response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.

6. Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in r