Registered Nurse - Neuro 800 West Tower South - Night Shift

Medical-Surgical Nurse

Cox Health is a Level 1 Stroke and Trauma center, and the 8th floor is the main nursing unit that cares for those specific patients in a variety of age groups. Our expertise covers a wide variety of neuro diseases, not only in Stroke and Trauma, but also seizures, neck and spinal fusions, traumatic brain injuries, craniotomies, and telemetry patients. We are a unit that is team-oriented, fast-paced, and a great learning environment for everyone who is eager to learn. Our staff of RNs and NAs work very closely with other disciplines throughout the hospital to ensure our patients receive excellent care and work together to achieve outstanding outcomes. We have an excellent and active educator who is passionate about our patient population and the staff who care for them. Our nurses carry several special certifications in ACLS, Trauma certification, and NIHSS, and are encouraged to obtain a specialty certification pertaining to our area.

Job Description

• The Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of adult or geriatric patients experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures.
• The nurse must be able to assess patient conditions, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records, and provide patients and families with support and education.
• The Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients.

Requirements

• Education:

  • Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program
  • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

• Experience:

  • Preferred: Previous nursing experience

• Skills:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrate effective leadership abilities
  • Exhibits valuable time management skills
  • Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
  • Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment

• Licensure/Certification/Registration:

  • Required: Nursing License active in the state of Missouri
  • Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days
  • Required: ACLS within a year of hire

Benefits

• Up to $20,000.00 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 1200 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $4,000.00 Relocation bonus
• $1.00 Certification pay
• $1.00 BSN pay
• Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $5,000.00