Rn Jobs in Seattle, WA

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
• Two years of acute or critical care experience is preferred in addition to experience with Conscious Sedation.
• Current Arizona Registered Nurse License
• Current certification in Basic Life Support
• Current ACLS certification

Responsibilities

• Prepares the patient for the medical procedure according to established guidelines.
• Ensures documented informed consent has been received from the patient prior to administering sedation.
• Administers medication as needed.
• Administers IV therapy and other therapeutic and diagnostic measures.
• Facilitates patient transfer to EMS and hospital facilities.
• Expedites timely and smooth flow of patients through the Access Center.
• Completes patient assessments for potential problems with patency and other indicators of dialysis access.
• Maintains accurate and complete medical records.
• Provides patient education and instructions on home care and documents patient’s understanding.
• Uses equipment standard to the profession, such as cardiac monitors, oxygen administration systems, and stethoscopes.
• Performs crash cart maintenance and defibrillator checks.
• Enters pertinent information in the computer system designed for statistical analysis, research, and patient follow-up.
• Maintains Infection Logbook.
• Assists with maintaining adequate supply and medication inventory.
• Complies with current OSHA guidelines.
• Maintains the patient’s right to privacy.
• Participates in the Quality Assurance (QA) Program.

Benefits

• paid time off
• medical
• dental
• vision benefits
• future growth opportunities