RN, Pre-Surgery Assessment

Northside Hospital; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Registered Professional Nurse to independently plan and provide nursing care under physician orders and within the Georgia Nurse Practice Act guidelines.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited nursing program, an RN license in Georgia in good standing, and BLS certification from the American Heart Association. Preferred qualifications include a BSN, two years of RN experience, and additional life-support credentials.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed as a RN in the State of Georgia in good standing without limitations.
• Must hold Certified in American Heart Association's Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• The Registered Professional Nurse independently plans and provides professional nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and established guidelines, and in accordance with the scope of practice as defined by the Georgia Nurse Practice Act.

Education

BSN degree

RN license (GA)

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates opportunities for healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

The Registered Professional Nurse at Northside Hospital independently plans and provides professional nursing care to patients in accordance with physician orders and established guidelines, and in accordance with the scope of practice as defined by the Georgia Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Licensed as a RN in the State of Georgia in good standing without limitations
• Must hold Certified in American Heart Association\'s Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN degree
• Two (2) years of experience as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN)
• Additional Life Support credential (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications in specific units
• Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units