Registered Nurse

Overview

Registered Nurse – Marietta, Georgia

Pay From: $38 per hour

• Experienced Registered Nurse
• Must have an active and good standing Registered Nurse Licensure in Georgia
• Must have 2 plus years of experience as a Registered Nurse
• Must have Emergency Room experience
• Must have an active BLS and ACLs
• Must have EMR/EHR experience
• Must have experience of sterile technique
• Experience with Conscious Sedation is highly preferred

• Registered Nurse will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
• Provides pre-procedure telephone instruction and education to patients regarding their procedure.
• Performs pre-procedure assessment and documents findings appropriately.
• Prepares the patient for the procedure, including:
  Establishing intravenous (IV) access;
  Reviewing allergies and laboratory results;
  Applying monitoring equipment;
  Performing site preparation as indicated.
• Monitors patient throughout the procedure in accordance with Radiology/Nursing policy:
  Assesses vital signs, pallor, responsiveness, level of comfort, emotional status.
• Conducts neuro status and circulation checks based on procedure requirements.
• Provides patient care using the nursing process.
• Communicates changes in the patient's condition accurately and efficiently to the physician.
• Implements appropriate care and treatment; acts as a patient advocate.
• Follows universal precautions and safety protocols.
• Administers and titrates medications accurately, with knowledge of pharmacologic effects and side effects.
• Assesses and documents patient response to medications.
• Provides appropriate treatment for medication-induced changes in condition.
• Administers emergency drugs and utilizes emergency equipment correctly and confidently.
• Coordinates post-procedure care in advance unless the case is an add-on.
• Conducts and documents complete post-procedure assessments.
• Provides a comprehensive hand-off report to receiving department.
• Delivers discharge instructions and patient/family education per Radiology policy.
• Performs daily checks on equipment, medications, and quality assurance as required by policy.
• Accurately documents all checks and reports equipment failures.
• Ensures timely repair of equipment and replacement of expired or used supplies.
• Participates in Performance Improvement and Research activities.
• Contributes to quality improvement initiatives and identifies cost-saving opportunities.
• Supports departmental and organizational goals.
• Demonstrates SPIRIT values and actively participates in patient safety standards.
• Serves as a preceptor or mentor as needed.
• Participates in continuing education and staff development programs.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities appropriate to the role and department.

Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act".