Registered Nurse - Clinical - Neurology
Affinity Home Health Care Inc · St Louis, MO · 1 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
The role involves providing specialized nursing care for adult and geriatric patients recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, neurosurgical procedures, and traumatic brain injuries. Working closely with the interdisciplinary team, the nurse performs comprehensive assessments, develops and evaluates individualized care plans, and executes patient-centered interventions to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes. Key responsibilities include documenting patient conditions, administering medications, coordinating care, educating patients and families, and recognizing changes in clinical status. Specialized care tasks involve restraint management, pain assessment, abuse detection, and high-risk injury prevention. The nurse demonstrates accountability by adhering to safety, infection control, and quality standards while maintaining professionalism, effective communication, and teamwork. Additional duties encompass participation in performance improvement initiatives, evidence-based practice, and fostering a respectful, compassionate environment. Qualifications include licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Strong critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols are essential for success in this role.