Neurosurgical nursing experience preferred; heavy focus on IP patient navigation

Pay Range:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Neurosurgery (Spine) inpatient team. Ideal nursing candidates demonstrate a strong commitment to service excellence, nursing excellence, and adaptability.

Requirements:

·                  Completion of an accredited or approved program in nursing

·                  Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the teammate practices

·                  Current BLS certification, ACLS preferred

·                  Minimum 3 years of nursing experience preferred

·                  Prior inpatient Neurosurgery experience preferred

Position Details:

• Monday – Friday 7:00a – 3:30p
• Carolinas Medical Center - Main, 9 Tower

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate with multiple physician teams regarding the care plan for each spine patient daily
• In conjunction with providers, participate in multidisciplinary rounds on 9T to optimize teammate communication for our neurosurgical patients
• Facilitate communication with physician teams regarding patient or nursing questions/concerns 
• Communicate with family members to ensure adequate understanding of patient’s care during hospital course
• Coordinate with social workers/case managers to assist with appropriate patient disposition 
• Assist with scheduling of post op follow ups, wound checks and outpatient imaging 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Working knowledge of the components of quality and acute patient care needs.

Maintains clinical expertise to effectively manage physical, emotional, psychosocial and spiritual needs of patients throughout the care continuum. 

Excellent analytical and interpersonal communication skills necessary to negotiate with families, patient, physicians, and third-party payers. 

Demonstrated ability to work well with physicians and other professionals in a direct and positive manner.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.