Registered Nurse RN - Bethlehem, United States - Northeast Georgia Health System, Inc

Using the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate patient care at the Center. Applying a wide range of knowledge to deliver nursing care competently. The Clinical Nurse will participate in stress lab test scheduling, prepare patients, conduct tests, and assist in patient recovery. Meeting the healthcare needs of designated stress lab patients. Adhering to practice standards; coordinating patient care; managing supplies and equipment; and collaborating with other healthcare team members to meet patient and family requirements. Requires strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Licensure or certifications: RN license in Georgia. Current BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory.
• Educational Requirements: Associates Degree
• Minimum Experience:
• Others:

• Preferred Licensure or certifications:
• Preferred Educational Requirements:
• Preferred Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of experience.
• Others:

• Effective teamwork and assisting with practice/stress lab efficiency.
• Proficient in Clinical RN skills and procedures.
• Adaptable in changing environments and tasks.
• Responsibly handles patient treatment and accesses protected health information with discretion.
• Maintains a cooperative and professional work environment through effective communication.
• Punctual and maintains a professional appearance.
• Keeps updated on current issues and prioritizes tasks effectively.

• Assesses and provides appropriate care for patients' physical and emotional needs. Establishes immediate patient plans in consultation with physicians. Performs ongoing assessments, documents care plans, administers medications correctly, and recognizes unstable patients.
• Participates effectively in emergency drills and demonstrates knowledge of cardiac tests and procedures. Monitors patients' vital signs, IV sites, and performs ECG monitoring accurately.
• Preps patients properly, transfers them safely, and maintains patient comfort during testing procedures.
• Recognizes and reports changes in patient conditions promptly and manages care effectively.
• Serves as a clinical resource and ensures proper documentation of procedures and patient responses.
• Commits to professional growth, assists in skills checklists, and ensures medication safety and administration.
• Implements infection control practices, maintains safety standards, and contributes to patient safety through proper aseptic practices.

• **Weight Lifted:** Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• **Weight Carried:** Up to 20 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• **Vision:** Moderate, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• **Kneeling/Stooping/Bending:** Frequently 31-65%
• **Standing/Walking:** Frequently 31-65%
• **Pushing/Pulling:** Occasionally 0-30%
• **Intensity of Work:** Occasionally 0-30%
• **Job Requires:** Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination in employment.