Description

The Registered Nurse will manage patient care of an assigned group of patients within the surgery center. The nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating patient care from admission to discharge in the perioperative setting. The RN checks patient chart while admitting noting accuracy of procedures, consents, allergies, history and physical including updates of medications and any change in patient condition. The Registered Nurse assists procedure personnel, by starting IV, giving medication per policy and gives accurate report to procedure nurse. The nurse provides constant evaluation, observation and treatment of patients under mild or moderate sedation per policy and physicians orders. The RN should anticipate physician's needs during the procedure and assists as needed. The Registered Nurse assists in safe transportation and positioning of patients; Provides for preparation and cleanup of the procedural site. The RN maintains patient safety and is responsible for proper documentation.

Requirements

•  Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Current Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Georgia or eligible to obtain
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provide certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Minimum 3 years of Pre-Op/PACU experience
• Experience in critical care, telemetry, emergency room beneficial
• Knowledge of electronic medical records system
• Ability to keep a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be detailed oriented
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill
• Strong sense of discretion and professionalism

OrthoAtlanta is committed to the health and wellbeing of our patients, employees, and visitors. We believe that Covid-19 vaccines are the safest and most effective tool to reduce the spread of Covid-19. We are looking for fully vaccinated candidates.