Certified Nurse Assistant; CNA - Neuro Intermediate Care Unit; NIMU

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6 North is a 12‑bed unit utilizing critical care and neuroscience principles at the Intermediate level. Common patient populations include reshuffling transferring from the Neuro ICU. This unit takes care of patients who have experienced neuro trauma, subarachnoid, intraventricular or, intracerebral hemorrhage, ENT patients with cancer who have had a tumor resection and flap reconstruction, post‑operative spine patients and a wide range of neurological problems.

This unit receives direct admissions and transfers from the acute care units for closer monitoring forget. The NIMU nurse uses physical assessment skills, monitors ICPs, and treats B/P with IV medications. Patients who require mechanical ventilation or pressors for support are transferred to the ICU. The NIMU nurse is supported by a MET team (Medical Emergency Team), BERT (Behaviorbeiten Response Team), nurse practitioners 7 days a week during the day and house staff at night.

Time Type:
Full Time

Shift: Rotating (Days/Nights)

• tees patients witharchical care as needed for optimal recovery during hospitalization.
• Performs basic nursing skills as delegated by an RN and in accordance with policy and procedure to promote patient health and wellness.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Performs administrative support functions.
• Maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Education:

High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience:

No experience required. Relevant experience preferred.

Licensure:
Certified Nursing Aide certification (C emanc) through the Virginia Board of Nursing. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification Otro required.

Job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual several;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs and > 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $16.37 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

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