Registered Nurse

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Manages patients associated with procedures and provides direct patient care by consulting with physicians and other nurses. Assists provider with fluoroscopic procedures/injections and administers infusions. Applies nursing theory to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of patient responses to health and illness.

Job Duties

• Administers infusions and performs appropriate patient monitoring pre, during, and post infusion.
• Assists the physician with fluoroscopic procedures such as patient positioning, prepping, c arm positioning, and post procedure care.
• Develops, coordinates, and implements transfer/discharge planning throughout episode of care.
• Develops patient care plan based on patient condition, age, and psychological, educational, and socioeconomic conditions that prescribe interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Assesses, plans, provides, and evaluates patient care in a holistic and systematic way.
• Coordinates and implements transfer/discharge planning post surgery.
• Collaborates and integrates contributions of patients and families into multidisciplinary patient care plan for patient support and recovery.
• Implements patient care plans according to patient priorities such as interventions identified through nursing diagnoses.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• 2 years recent hospital and/or previous nursing practice experience.
• Ability to perform assessments and nursing functions as acquired in a basic nursing preparation program.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of patient rights and laws relative such as HIPAA.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RN Licensed Registered Nurse PA State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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