RN Telestroke - Virtual Care Center (F/T Days St. Louis area)
Job Description
Job DescriptionRN Telestroke - Virtual Care Center (Full-Time Days, St. Louis Area)
This position focuses on delivering specialized nursing care to stroke patients via a telemedicine platform, as part of a collaborative virtual care team. The RN Telestroke nurse adheres to evidence-based stroke protocols, ensures continuity of care across various hospitals, and upholds patient confidentiality along with professional standards. Candidates must possess an accredited nursing degree, state licensure, experience in acute neurology care, and relevant certifications such as BLS and Stroke Certified Registered Nurse.
Discover Your Purpose with Us!
The vStroke role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to implement evidence-based practices using established stroke protocols through telemedicine. This position guarantees comprehensive care for stroke patients by providing quality support and data collection across multiple healthcare facilities. The RN maintains professional accountability for the care provided to assigned patients while safeguarding patient rights and confidentiality. Responsibilities are carried out in alignment with our Mission, Values, and Service Standards.
Position Overview:
We’re Unique
Our mission is straightforward: we embody a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service.
At our organization, we believe in careers that align with the unique talents of individuals – careers that not only utilize your skills and abilities but also resonate with your passion. Join us and find out why we have been recognized by Modern Healthcare Magazine as one of the “Top 100 Places to Work.”
Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support evidence-based practices using established stroke protocols via telemedicine.
- Ensure comprehensive care for stroke patients throughout their treatment journey.
- Provide quality support and collect data for stroke patients across multiple healthcare facilities.
- Maintain professional accountability for patient care for assigned individuals.
- Safeguard patient rights and confidentiality of information.
- Perform duties in accordance with our Mission, Values, and Service Standards.
Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program; Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
- Preferred Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of recent direct patient care experience with neurology patients in an acute care setting, including Adult Med/Surg or Emergency Department experience.
- Licensure: Must hold state licensure in the state of practice; current RN Temporary Permit/RN required. Multi-state licensure must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
- Certifications: BLS certification, NIHSS certification within one month of hire, and Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) certification within 3 years of hire are mandatory.
- Other: Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment are essential. Must be capable of independent practice and prioritizing tasks in a dynamic setting. A solid understanding of the pathophysiology and rationale for specialized therapies for stroke patients is required.
We Provide Excellent Benefits:
From day one, we offer comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employer-matched retirement plans for eligible team members working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re Committed to Compassionate Care.
Our supportive community will be with you every step of the way, especially during challenging times. You will have the chance to innovate new care models and enhance the healthcare experience through advanced technology and innovative practices. We are expanding to better serve our communities. Join us and be part of this journey.
Are You a Good Fit for Us?
Compassion and professionalism are core values for us. A positive attitude and a strong sense of advocacy align perfectly with our mission and vision. We value collaboration and are willing to go the extra mile to provide exceptional care – that’s part of our commitment. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.
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Why Choose Us?
From the very beginning, we offer outstanding benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice is valued. At our organization, you will help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you will grow with us.
Keywords:
RN Telestroke, telemedicine nursing, stroke care, virtual care nurse, neurology nursing, acute care nursing, stroke protocols, telehealth, patient care, stroke certified nurse