Nurse - Pain(RN)
On-siteHuntsville, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Maintain established standards of care by administering professional nursing care to all Pain Center patients presenting to The Surgery Center of Huntsville. Assume responsibility for total patient care for assigned patients, including readiness of the clinic for each patient regarding equipment, supplies, and medications. Interpret and execute physician's orders while fostering appropriate public relations with patients, families, and visitors. Collaborate with the clinical coordinator and director of nursing to evaluate quality of care, implement safety precautions, and promote a clean work environment. Safely transport patients to the receiving unit and follow appropriate handoff guidelines. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of nursing methodology through independent study and in-service programs.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an approved school of nursing
- Current Alabama license
- Current BLS certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Must be flexible in hours worked
- Must be able to endure long periods of standing and walking
- Must be able to bend and stoop
- Must be able to lift and transport patients
- Must be familiar with the care and operation of all equipment required for accomplishing the goals and missions of the Surgery Center
- Must demonstrate knowledge of and use of equipment, materials, and medications associated with all types of pain management procedures performed at the Surgery Center
- Must be knowledgeable of fire evacuation
- Must be knowledgeable of disaster plans
- Must be knowledgeable of OSHA regulations
- Must be knowledgeable of HIPAA regulations
- Must be able to move to any area or department and perform duties as assigned within the educational and work experience limitations
- Must reside in Huntsville and surrounding areas
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in critical care
- Experience in medical/surgical
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