ICU RN - Elyria, Ohio

An opportunity is available for a skilled Registered Nurse with ICU experience to support a 19-bed Neurosurgical ICU in Elyria, OH. This unit specializes in caring for acute stroke patients, subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH), seizures, and post-surgical patients requiring advanced neurological monitoring. The role involves managing patients with invasive intracranial pressure monitoring, frequent neurological assessments, hemodynamic monitoring, as well as coordinating diagnostic imaging such as CT, MRI, and Angiography.

This contract position provides a dynamic and challenging environment, with a typical patient assignment ratio of 2-3:1. Flexibility to float between other ICUs and step-down units is also a requirement, fostering a broader critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to neurosurgical ICU patients with complex neurological and hemodynamic needs.
• Perform and interpret frequent neurological assessments accurately.
• Monitor and manage invasive intracranial pressure devices.
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and diagnostic testing.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols and best practices in critical care nursing.

Qualifications and Desired Experience

• Current RN licensure with proven ICU experience.
• Strong knowledge of neurological conditions and neurosurgical nursing.
• Competence in managing invasive monitoring devices and critical care equipment.
• Ability to handle high-acuity patients with vigilance and professionalism.
• Flexibility to work across various ICU and step-down units.

Location Insights

Elyria, OH offers a blend of suburban comfort with accessible amenities, making it a favorable location for healthcare professionals. It is within commuting distance to larger metropolitan areas, providing an attractive balance between work and personal life.

This contract assignment is ideal for experienced ICU nurses seeking to deepen their neurosurgical nursing expertise while contributing to high-level patient care in a specialized setting. Candidates ready to take on this challenging role can apply now to advance their critical care nursing career.