Job Summary
The Acute Stroke Unit () at General Hospital is a bed combined unit that specializes in the care of the acute stroke patient and other neurological disorders as well as focuses on the care for the acute medical patient. The Acute Stroke unit practices an adjustable acuity delivery of care model providing evidenced based care to facilitate and optimize stroke care during the primary prevention and acute care phases of a stroke.
Key Responsibilities
Provide cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation of dysrhythmias, management of dysrhythmias, and use of Rapid Response/Code teamsManage IV therapy and phlebotomy, including peripheral line care and managementProvide respiratory care including nasal cannula, oxygen face masks, portable oxygen tank, and non-invasive airway managementImplement isolation precautions and maintain professional standardsManage patients with an acuity-adjusted delivery model a...