Telestroke Nurse -VCC: Chesterfield

This position is onsite at Mercy Virtual in Chesterfield, MOOverview: The vStroke position works with a multidisciplinary team to support evidence-based practice with the use of established stroke protocols via the telemedicine platform. Ensures care for the stroke patient throughout the continuum, by providing quality, best practices support and data collection for stroke patients across multiple hospitals. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information.Qualifications:Education: Graduate of an Accredited Nursing Program. Associates Degree in Nursing.Experience: 2 years recent experience in Direct patient care experience of Neurology patients in an acute care setting, Adult Med/Surg, or Emergency Department experience required. Preferred Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in medical-surgical (floor) nursing, preferably with some neuro experience.   Ideal candidate would have at least 5 years of experience.   Comfort with technology is a plusLicensure: Missouri State Licensure, current RN Temporary Permit/RN. Multi-state licensure required within 6 months of hire. Certifications: BLS, NIHSS certification upon one month of hire, and Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) within 3 year of hire required.Other: Excellent communication skills and able to collaborate effectively within a team environment. Must have the ability to independently practice and prioritize demands in an ever-changing, dynamic environment. Must demonstrate understanding of pathophysiology and rationale of special therapies of the stroke patient. World's First Facility Dedicated to TelehealthDescribed as a "hospital without beds", the Virtual Care Center is home to a large medical team, but no patients. Using highly sensitive two-way cameras, online-enabled instruments and real-time vital signs, clinicians "see" patients where they are. 

Created: 2025-07-02