Department Summary:The Neuroscience floor is a 31-bed Medical/Surgical Unit with patients ranging in age from newborn up. Patients are from the following primary services: Epilepsy, Neurology, Neurosurgery and Neuro Oncology. Patients originate from the PACU, MICU, NICU, direct admits and through the Emergency Room. Our Neuroscience teams work within the concept of family-centered care, with diagnoses that range from simple to complex. It is an exciting place to learn and grow professionally as we strive to provide exceptional care through evidence-based practices and innovations throughout all our programs.
Key Responsibilities:- Caring for patients with diagnoses that can include seizures, demyelinating disorders, encephalitis, hydrocephalus, brain and spinal tumors.
- Delivering family-centered care, with diagnoses that range from simple to complex.
- Working in a collaborative environment with opportunities for learning and career growth.
- Per Diem; must work 4 shifts in a 6 week period.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Experience:- Minimum of 1 year of inpatient acute care RN experience
- Pediatric experience preferred
- APHON Chemotherapy/ Biotherapy certification preferred
- CNRN encouraged
Licensure/Certifications:- Current Massachusetts license as a Registered Nurse (RN)