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Position Description
The Registered Professional Nurse at Northside Hospital independently plans and provides professional nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and established guidelines, and in accordance with the scope of practice as defined by the Georgia Nurse Practice Act.
1. Maintains certification in ACLS per national standard (for Registered Nurse performing moderate sedation).
2. Prepares patient for procedure through education, obtaining lab work, initiating venous access, and medicating the patient as needed.
3. Explains procedure(s) and provide age-appropriate pre-procedure instructions to patients and their significant other.
4. Administers moderate sedation to patients undergoing invasive procedures under the direction of the anesthesiologist (if applicable).
5. Reports changes in patient’s condition and aids in emergency measures as required.
6. Administers post-procedure care and instructions.
7. Provides assistance in positioning C-Arm device for Physician, as needed.
8. Applies the nursing process in the assessment and care of pain & spine center patients.
Position Requirements
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES, LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED:
Excellence is what we do. We are committed to providing safe, high-quality, compassionate care for our patients. While also creating a culture where people feel appreciated, well cared for and supported in their work.
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Northside Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color,religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
