Registered Nurse - MS Stroke Stepdown

Schedule

Night shift, 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM. Block scheduling is not guaranteed.

Job Description

This position involves caring for patients in the MS Stroke Stepdown unit. The common diagnoses include stroke, altered mental status, renal issues, dialysis, COPD, CHF, isolation cases, general medical-surgical conditions, pneumonia, and pulmonary issues. The unit has a total of 64 beds and primarily cares for adult patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients recovering from strokes and other related conditions.
• Utilize specialty equipment such as IV pumps, N/G tubes, and feeding tubes.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, administer medications, and manage treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• At least 2 years of nursing experience with stroke stepdown specialization.
• Current AHA BLS certification and NIHSS certification (can be obtained prior to start).
• Active NY RN license and all active RN licenses verified through NURSYS.
• Travel experience is mandatory.
• Experience with EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system preferred.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!