Registered Nurse (RN) - Neuro UnitDeaconess Illinois Medical Center | DayshiftCompensation: $31.25 - $46.88/hourAs a Neuro RN, you'll care for patients with a variety of neurological conditions and play a vital role in helping them recover, regain independence, and improve their quality of life.
What You'll DoAs a Registered Nurse on our Neuro Unit, you will provide specialized, patient-centered care to individuals experiencing neurological disorders, injuries, and post-surgical recovery.
Key responsibilities include:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing care for patients with neurological conditions
- Monitor and recognize changes in neurological status, responding appropriately to patient needs
- Care for patients with conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, and other neurological disorders
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to established clinical protocols
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, recovery expectations, and ongoing care needs
- Provide compassionate support to patients and loved ones navigating complex healthcare situations
- Maintain accurate documentation and promote quality, safety, and evidence-based nursing practices
Why Neuro Nursing?Neuro nursing offers the opportunity to develop advanced assessment skills, critical thinking, and specialized clinical expertise while caring for patients through some of the most challenging and rewarding stages of recovery. Every day brings opportunities to make a meaningful impact on patients and families.
QualificationsRequired- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Graduate of an accredited School of Professional Nursing
- Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or Red Cross BLS certification upon hire
Preferred- One year of previous clinical nursing experience
Benefits & Perks- Flexible scheduling options
- Full-time, part-time, and supplemental opportunities
- Day, evening, and night shift availability
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Student Loan Repayment Assistance
- Payactiv - access earned wages before payday
- Career advancement and professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive healthcare benefits
- Retirement savings plans
Additional Compensation OpportunitiesShift IncentivesEligible for evening, night, and weekend shift incentives based on company policies and applicable job codes.
Performance BonusPotential eligibility for performance-based bonus opportunities based on established metrics and organizational guidelines.
Build Your Future in Neuro NursingJoin a team dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care. At Deaconess Illinois Medical Center, you'll have the opportunity to grow your neuroscience nursing skills while making a lasting impact on the lives of patients and families.
Apply today and discover a rewarding career caring for patients on their neurological recovery journey. 
