Neuro ICU RN

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Neuro ICU Registered Nurse (RN) for a top Healthcare client.

This critical care role coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care for complex neurological patients, adhering to specialized standards of practice. The RN collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate, individualized care using established nursing models, serving as a vital advocate for patients and families to ensure an unparalleled patient experience and positive clinical outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate specialized nursing care in the Neuro ICU, managing patients with complex and critical neurological conditions.
• Perform procedures, intensive monitoring, and other functions as ordered by medical providers, ensuring thorough and timely documentation.
• Teach patients, families, and caregivers about the patient's medical condition, treatment plan, and follow-up measures, translating complex medical terminology for complete understanding.
• Educate patients and families regarding non-medicinal follow-up measures (e.g., diet, exercise, disease prevention) to prepare them for self-management.
• Manage evidence-based practices and continuous process improvement initiatives to meet quality measures and enhance exceptional care.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to coordinate, evaluate, customize, and deliver a holistic patient treatment plan that promotes recovery.
• Serve as an active advocate for patients, families, and caregivers, consistently modeling a commitment to the organization's vision and values.

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) is required.
• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of Acute Care RN experience (within the last 3 years) is required.
• Higher-level acuity experience (e.g., ICU, PCU) is preferred; however, strong Med/Surg candidates will be considered.
• Prior experience in a Neurology or Neuro ICU setting is highly desirable.

Certifications/Licenses

• Florida RN license and/or approved multistate RN license is required. Compact license holders have 60 days to obtain the Florida license after relocation.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS - AHA) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date.

Skills

• Proven ability to apply established nursing models ("Assess, Perform, Teach, and Manage") to complex patient care.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills for multidisciplinary team management and patient/family education.
• Commitment to continuous process improvement and the use of evidence-based practices.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.