Job DescriptionThe Clinical Nurse, Procedural provides individualized and specialized nursing care to patients in accordance with physician's orders, recognized nursing techniques, legal aspects of current nurse practice within the state of California and Center policies and procedures. Functions collaboratively with physicians and staff, exhibiting teamwork characteristics. Demonstrates initiative, insight and good judgment in decision-making.
Primary duties & responsibilities
- Evaluates and completes an assessment of patient needs to provide supportive care before, during and after procedures.
- Maintains accurate and complete medical records and assists with completing the procedure log.
- Clearly and accurately communicates pertinent information to physicians and co-workers.
- Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reporting information to supervisor as appropriate and providing complete and accurate documentation.
- Follows Standard Precautions and uses personal protective equipment as appropriate and required.
- Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and medications.
- Assists the physician in the performance of procedures.
- Responsible for maintaining the sterility and cleanliness of the procedure room and for setting up and testing the functionality of endoscopy equipment prior to the start of the procedure.
- Escalates situations beyond capability or job responsibilities to appropriate personnel. Reports and communicates errors
- May be cross trained to provide pre and post-operative nursing care. Patients may require pre-operative nursing care prior to setting up and working in the procedure room. Assistance in the post-operative care area may also be required. Once trained to work in pre-and post-operative area may be assigned to cover lunches, breaks or full shifts as needed.
- Other duties as assigned
QualificationsJob Qualifications
Education
- Associate's Degree in Nursing required
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred
Experience
- 2 years of experience in Cath Lab, IR or ICU required
License & Certifications
- Valid CA RN license required
- Valid ACLS certification
