Registered Nurse (RN)

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals with acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, as well as high-acuity stepdown patients requiring close monitoring. This role combines neuro-specific care with progressive care (PCU/stepdown) responsibilities, ensuring safe management of patients transitioning from ICU or requiring higher-level monitoring than med-surg.

Key Responsibilities

• Neurological / Stroke Care
• Perform detailed neurological assessments (e.g., NIH Stroke Scale) and monitor changes in status
• Implement stroke protocols, including post-tPA monitoring and time-sensitive interventions
• Identify early signs of stroke progression, complications, or recurrence
• Coordinate care across the stroke continuum (acute care → rehab → discharge)

• Stepdown / Progressive Care Management
• Care for high-acuity patients transiti...