RN, Special Procedures, Part-time, Day Shift
About The Position
Observes, evaluates, and coordinates the care given to patients in the Special Procedures department. Participates in direct and indirect patient care and related activities according to the organization’s policies, procedures, philosophy, and mission. This role collects and analyzes patient data, develops and implements care plans, coordinates care, and evaluates progress toward intended outcomes. The RN connects EKG leads, monitors and analyzes EKG and hemodynamic parameters, records relevant measurements, and reports changes in patient condition to physicians. The position operates the computerized MIDAS system and specialized procedural equipment, and collaborates with patients, families, and healthcare providers to deliver safe, humane, and caring treatment. It also provides health information and learning opportunities to patients, families, and team members. Adventist Health requires associates to receive required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter where applicable; medical and religious exemptions may apply. The organization participates in E-Verify.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of practice is required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required.
- AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS certification is required.
- AHA-ACLS or ARC-ALS certification is required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) is preferred.
- Registered Nurse experience with critical care, medical-surgical, or Cardiac Cath Lab/Special Procedure department experience is preferred.
- Advanced Electrocardiogram (EKG) certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collect relevant data about patients’ health or situations and analyze it to determine diagnoses and care issues.
- Identify patient outcomes and develop plans prescribing interventions to attain those outcomes.
- Implement care plans, coordinate care delivery, promote health and a safe environment, and evaluate progress toward outcomes.
- Connect EKG leads and alert the doctor to changes in patient condition.
- Record and analyze hemodynamic parameters and calculate shunt, valve, and other data.
- Monitor patients and analyze EKG and hemodynamic parameters, reporting changes in condition to physicians.
- Operate the computerized MIDAS system accurately and evaluate and report significant data and findings throughout procedures for patients of various age groups.
- Operate specialized equipment, including a Datascope IABP, Baxter Cardiac Output, ACT machine, American Optical Unistat Oximeter, Medrad injector, Life Pak, defibrillator, Sony digital systems, and GE Advantx X-ray system.
- Collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare providers to provide care in a safe, healing, humane, and caring environment.
- Provide learning opportunities and health information to patients, family members, and team members.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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