Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU

Registered Nurse – Neuro ICU

Good Samaritan Hospital is a Comprehensive Stroke Center dedicated to caring for the most complex stroke patients.

The 7Q Neurosurgical ICU at Tri Health Good Samaritan Hospital is a specialized 20-bed unit focused on providing intensive care for patients with complex neurological conditions. The unit cares for individuals with aneurysms, brain tumors, spinal injuries, abscesses, arteriovenous malformations, and traumatic brain injuries, as well as patients participating in various research protocols.

The multidisciplinary team on 7Q is dedicated to delivering specialized care for these critically ill patients, using advanced monitoring techniques and individualized treatment plans.

The orientation process for nurses joining 7Q includes comprehensive training to develop the specialized skills necessary for neurosurgical critical care. This includes EKG and ACLS training, as well as critical care classes, followed by a six-week competency-based orientation (CBO) preceptorship.

Prior experience in neuro or critical care is preferred for those joining the 7Q ICU, and a minimum of one year of current medical/surgical or telemetry experience is recommended. However, new graduates may also be considered, particularly for the Neuro Stepdown unit, where they can gain foundational experience before transitioning to the ICU.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Provide high-acuity neurocritical care, utilizing advanced monitoring and evidence-based interventions.
• Collaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, coordinated care.
• Opportunity to build advanced neuro ICU skills including neuro assessment, ICP management, stroke care, and rapid response.
• Supportive environment that encourages professional development, specialty certification, and participation in professional organizations.
• Impactful work that helps patients and families navigate complex neurological conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of patients and families; document according to Tri Health standards.
• Develop and update individualized plans of care based on assessment findings and optimal outcomes.
• Provide holistic and therapeutic care, ensuring patient dignity, autonomy, and cultural sensitivity.
• Recognize clinical emergencies and respond promptly and appropriately.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Deliver health teaching and counseling to patients and families; document patient response.
• Serve as a clinical resource by sharing knowledge, participating in unit learning, and supporting peers.

Qualifications

Must-Have

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BLS/CPR (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers).
• New hires must obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• Strong foundation in nursing sciences across the life cycle.

Preferred

• Membership in a related professional organization.
• 1+ year full-time (or 2+ years part-time) acute care RN experience.
• Specialty certification (neuroscience or critical care).

Schedule & Work Arrangement

• FTE:
  Full-Time - 36 Hours Weekly
• Shift: Nights - 7:00pm-7:00am
• Location:
  
  Good Samaritan Hospital (Neuro ICU)
• Work Environment:
  On-site, critical care setting

Benefits Snapshot

Tri Health offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.

Hourly Incentives & Bonus

• $1hr Weekend Incentive
• $4hr Shift Differential
• $6hr Full Time Nights Premium
• $1hr Acute Care Incentive Pay
  - Hourly Pay Based on Previous RN Experience
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Overview

This position applies the nursing process in providing direct and indirect holistic care to patients and their families. The position also collaborates, in a collegial manner, with physicians and other health care team members in meeting the patient's needs. This position may delegate certain aspects of care to those under their direct supervision, within the scope of nursing practice.

Job Requirements

• Associate's Degree or Diploma in Nursing
• New hires required to obtain BSN within 5 years of hire.
• BLS/CPR (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)
• Registered Nurse
• Knowledge, judgment, and skills derived from the principles of biological, physical, behavioral, social, and nursing sciences to meet complex health care needs at various stages of the life cycle
• Preferred membership in related professional organization
• RNs with more than 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time acute care experience
• Preferred certification in specialty

Job Responsibilities

• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of patient and family. Completes initial assessment tool. Documents ongoing assessment per unit/Tri Health guidelines. Communicates assessment findings to other health care providers as appropriate. Includes health counseling and health teaching needs in assessment.
• Plans care for patient and family based on assessment, standards of care, and optimal…