Open Position: RN - PCU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $4603.36

Opportunity:

VAYA OFFER

Job Details:

* 36 or 48 hour weekly schedule available
* Required to work 5-6 weekend shifts per 6-week period
* Must be available to work weekends and holidays
* Expected to work 3 out of 5 winter holidays
* Stroke Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with possibility of floating to other PCUs as needed
* Patient ratios of 4:1 for days, nights, and weekends
* 32-bed unit focused on neurological and stroke patient care
* Treats patients with hemorrhagic and ischemic stroke, traumatic head injury, brain tumors, spine surgery, seizures, and other neurological disorders
* Comprehensive Stroke Center capable of handling fresh tPA, lumbar drains, and non-titrated drips
* Must be skilled in CVA, interpretation of dysrhythmias, intracranial bleeds, management of dysrhythmias, post-TPA care, pre/post neurosurgery, seizure disorders, spinal cord injury, telemetry, and traumatic brain injury
* Patient population includes adults and geriatrics
* Progressive Care experience, Medical/Surgical Acute Care, and Telemetry experience required
* EKG interpretation experience required
* Neuro/stroke experience preferred
* ICU experience is a plus
* Trauma Level I experience strongly preferred
* Minimum 2 years of experience required in specialty
* Epic charting system experience required
* Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
* Must score a 3 or 4 in the following skills: CVA, intracranial bleeds, laminectomy, neuromuscular disease, pre/post neurosurgery, post-TPA care, seizure disorders, spinal cord injury, stroke scale, and traumatic brain injury
* Compliance requirements include: EKG onboarding exam, math exam, medication/pharmacology exam, Progressive Care competency exam, Progressive Care skills, and CORE exams
* Interdisciplinary support available including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, rapid response teams, and more
* KY or compact nursing license required
* Local travelers within 100 miles are not accepted at this facility

Facility:

This facility is a comprehensive stroke center equipped to handle a wide range of neurological conditions and complex patient care needs. The unit is a 32-bed Progressive Care Unit with robust interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretarial support. The facility maintains high clinical standards with rigorous competency requirements to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.

Location:

Lexington, KY

Lexington is known as the "Horse Capital of the World" and offers a vibrant blend of southern charm, rich history, and a thriving arts and dining scene. The city provides an excellent quality of life with affordable living, beautiful horse farms and rolling bluegrass countryside, and easy access to outdoor recreation and cultural attractions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.