Registered Nurse - Neurology

Description

Introduction

*** This position offers a generous sign-on bonus as well as available relocation assistance for eligible candidates**
* Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career where you‘re appreciated daily? At Mission Hospital, our nurses are celebrated for their compassion and dedication to patient care. We take pride in setting a high standard for healthcare provision, and our nurses truly set us apart. We are currently seeking a passionate Registered Nurse to join our healthcare family, specializing in Neurology care on A6 West.

Overview of A6 West Neurology:
Imagine yourself as part of our dynamic team on A6 West Neurology, a 36-bed med-surg neuro tele unit specializing in providing exceptional care to patients with various neurological conditions. We focus on stroke care and manage diverse conditions including myasthenia gravis, encephalopathies, dementia, brain, and spinal tumors. What makes us unique is our exclusive Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), where patients undergo 24/7 monitoring for seizure activity.

In the EMU, we conduct tests such as tilt table testing, strobe light testing, sleep deprivation, and medication adjustments to diagnose epilepsy and tailor treatment plans, making a tangible impact on our patients‘ lives.

What Sets A6 West Apart:
We have a close-knit, fun-loving team that prioritizes collaboration and mutual support. We believe in making work enjoyable while providing exceptional care to our patients. Join us and become part of a supportive environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Additional Insights: A6 West Neurology isn‘t just a job; it‘s a stepping stone in your nursing career. Whether you aspire to work in the ICU, become a Nurse Practitioner, or pursue a career as a CRNA, our unit provides the perfect learning environment and exposure to a diverse range of patients. Join us and build a solid foundation for your future in nursing.

Do you want to work where you have a voice? Nurses are at the forefront of our commitment to the care and improvement of human life. At HCA Healthcare, there are many ways for nurses to have a voice through professional practice councils, advisory councils, vital voices surveys, and units of distinction. We learn from our multi-generational nursing family. We partner with our Nurses at Mission Hospital!

If you‘re ready to embark on a rewarding career journey with Mission Hospital and become a valued member of our Neurology team, we encourage you to apply today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in line with the requirements of the department and the standards of practice for the relevant state and specialty. Collaborating with medical providers and the care team, you will provide personalized, comprehensive, and compassionate care, following established nursing models such as ‘Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage.‘ You will also act as an advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, embodying the organization‘s vision, mission, and values to ensure an outstanding patient experience and positive clinical outcomes.

What you will do in this role:

• Assess the patient‘s condition during admission and each scheduled shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.

• Perform procedures, monitoring, or other functions as ordered by the medical provider(s), and ensure thorough and timely documentation of care administration in the patient‘s medical record.

• Administer prescribed medications, monitor the patient for therapeutic response, and take appropriate action in the event of an unintended response to the medication.

• Provide exceptional care by responding promptly to patient requests, proactively anticipating patient needs, and resolving them.

• Educate patients, families, and caregivers about the patient‘s medical condition, treatment plan, medications, possible side effects, and follow-up measures, ensuring complete understanding by translating complex medical terminology.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment…