Neuroscience Nurse

A Neuroscience Nurse helps patients who experience brain and nervous system disorders, such as Alzheimer’s, strokes, and brain injuries, recover from or learn to manage their condition.

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Required education

ADN or BSN

Attributes

Patient-facing

Work hands-on, directly with patients.

Structured

Follow a routine that allows you to anticipate and prepare for every situation.

Your patience and skills will enable you to help people through recovery and rehabilitation, which can be a long effort when brain trauma is involved.

What you’ll do

What you’ll do

Assessment

You’ll perform neurological and physical exams.

Assistance

You’ll help patients regain their mobility.

Documentation

You’ll keep your patient health records up to date.

Treatment

You’ll help patients with head injuries from accidents, aneurysms, strokes, and post-surgical wounds.

Where you’ll work

Elder care facilities
Hospitals
Outpatient clinics
Rehabilitation facilities

How to become a Neuroscience Nurse

01

Get an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

02

Pass the NCLEX-RN .

03

Work as a Registered Nurse, gaining at least two years’ experience in Neuroscience or Stroke Care.

04

Get your Neuroscience or Stroke Care Certification from the American Board of Neuroscience Nurses.

05

You’re ready to work as a Neuroscience Nurse

Join an Organization

Become a member of a Neuroscience Nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.

Related Organizations

American Association of Neuroscience Nurses

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