RN Stroke Nurse

** Job Summary and Responsibilities
** As our Stroke Nurse, you will demonstrate mastery of the specific knowledge and skills required for a specialty in nursing. Under the direction of the Director of Neuroscience Operations, you will be responsible for facilitating and supporting care for patients who are suspected or confirmed of having an acute stroke. Every day, you will apply your knowledge of standards and evidence-based practice to enhance the quality of care for both the patient and their family.

Your primary function will be assisting with the care of patients during the hyperacute phase of stroke. You will serve as the crucial clinical resource in providing direct and indirect care, aimed at optimizing patient assessment, continuity of care, education, and the facilitation of ongoing treatment. You will also serve as a key contact for physicians, referring physicians, hospitals, patients, and families to facilitate the collaboration and coordination of patient care services, ensuring the highest level of care possible.

To be successful in this role, you will possess exceptional clinical expertise in acute stroke care, strong communication and coordination skills, and a deep understanding of evidence-based practices and regulatory compliance. Your ability to effectively manage care during the hyperacute phase, serve as a vital clinical resource, and ensure meticulous documentation of quality initiatives will be essential in improving stroke patient outcomes and maintaining high standards of care We are not currently accepting new graduate or new to speciality applications.

Our next posting period will be July 1, 2026 for an October 16, 2026 start date. Positions can be found under National Resident RN (12 months experience as an RN. Position is represented by CNA
** Job Requirements
** Required + 1-3 years Minimum 2 years acute care experience as an RN in ICU or ER units., upon hire and + Registered Nurse: CA, upon hire and + Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and + Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire Preferred + Critical care, cath lab, neurologyexperience., upon hire and + Experience in Patient Care Coordination, upon hire Where You'll Work Founded in 1926, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital.

Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, wound care and surgical services. Additionally, Glendale Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and a SRC Center of Excellence for Robotic Surgery and Colorectal Surgery.

One Community. One Mission. One California ()
** Pay Range** $82.78 - $82.78 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.