Registered Nurse Neuro Stepdown (SDU)

Marrero, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Registered Nurse Neuro Stepdown (SDU) - Marrero LA(#SM0107)

Schedule based on your preferred hours and days!
No Client Interview Needed. Start right after credentialing!
Get immediate login access to the platform with all open shifts!

Location: Marrero LA
Employment Type: Per-Diem (this is a 1099 position)
Hourly Rate: $41.76 per hour

About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a leading nationwide recruitment agency dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals with top-tier opportunities. We partner with hospitals clinics nursing homes multi-specialty groups and private practices to match talented individuals with roles that align with their skills and career goals.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Per-Diem Registered Nurse for an opening at a hospital in Marrero this role you will deliver high-quality compassionate care in a dynamic setting managing a diverse patient population and collaborating with a skilled healthcare team.

Why Join Us

Competitive Compensation: Earn a strong hourly rate of $41.76 per hour.
Work Schedule:This is a per-diem position.
- 6:45 pm - 7:15 am CDT ( 30 min break)
- 6:45 pm - 7:15 am CST ( 30 min break)
Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative innovative and supportive environment.
Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes in a critical care setting.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelors degree in nursing from an accredited program.
Licensure: Active unencumbered RN license from the state of LA and current BLS Certification.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of RN work experience.
Soft Skills: Strong clinical judgment critical thinking effective communication cultural competency collaboration adaptability and a positive attitude.

Key Responsibilities:

Performing standardized (e.g. NIHSS Glasgow Coma Scale) and focused neuro-checks every 1 to 4 hours to detect subtle changes in mental status motor strength pupil response and level of consciousness.
Continuously monitoring patients on telemetry managing arterial lines and observing for cardiac instability or blood pressure fluctuations common in stroke or brain injury patients.
Caring for and monitoring patients with external ventricular drains (EVDs) lumbar drains or subdural drains including accurate measurement of drainage and monitoring for infection.
Performing bedside swallowing screens before allowing oral intake positioning the patient to protect the airway and implementing precautions to prevent aspiration pneumonia in patients with cranial nerve deficits.
Educating patients and families on recognizing stroke warning signs managing new medications (antiplatelets/anticoagulants) and coordinating rehabilitation services to prevent readmission.

How to Apply:If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and make a difference in the healthcare industry we want to hear from you! Submit your Resume/CV to or call our office at to learn more about this opportunity and others we offer.

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Registered Nurse Neuro Stepdown (SDU) - Marrero LA(#SM0107)Schedule based on your preferred hours and days!No Client Interview Needed. Start right after credentialing!Get immediate login access to the platform with all open shifts!Location: Marrero LAEmployment Type: Per-Diem (this is a 1099 positio...