Provides and administers local, inhalation, intravenous, and other anesthetics prescribed by Anesthesiologist to induce total or partial loss of sensation or consciousness in patients during surgery, deliveries, or other medical and dental procedures. Adjusts mask to patient's face, sets dials,... [+] More

Provides and administers local, inhalation, intravenous, and other anesthetics prescribed by Anesthesiologist to induce total or partial loss of sensation or consciousness in patients during surgery, deliveries, or other medical and dental procedures. Adjusts mask to patient's face, sets dials, and sets gauges of equipment to regulate flow of oxygen and gases to administer anesthetic by inhalation method, according to prescribed medical standards. Requires certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Readies prescribed solutions and administers local, intravenous, spinal, or other anesthetic, following specified methods and procedures. Notes patient's skin color and dilation of pupils and observes video screen and digital display of computerized equipment to monitor patient's vital signs during anesthesia. Initiates remedial measures to prevent surgical shock or other adverse conditions. Informs physician of patient's condition during anesthesia. [-] Less

Provides and administers anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures. Evaluates patient, performing examinations to determine degree of surgical risk and type of anesthetic and sedation to administer, and communicates findings with medical... [+] More

Provides and administers anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures. Evaluates patient, performing examinations to determine degree of surgical risk and type of anesthetic and sedation to administer, and communicates findings with medical practitioner concerned with case. Aids in positioning patient on operating table and administers local, intravenous, spinal, caudal, or other anesthetic according to prescribed medical standards.

Institutes remedial measures to counteract adverse reactions or complications. Records type and amount of anesthetic and sedation administered and condition of patient before, during, and after anesthesia. May instruct medical students and other personnel in characteristics and methods of administering various types of anesthetics, signs and symptoms of reactions and complications, and emergency measures to employ. [-] Less

Treats and provides nursing care to Critical Care Unit patients in hospital or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Observes... [+] More

Treats and provides nursing care to Critical Care Unit patients in hospital or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Requires RN license.

Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. Lends psychological and emotional support. Answers questions and concerns and provides information to patients and their family members regarding patients' care and treatment. [-] Less

Manages the care of neonatal patients resulting from the childbearing process that requires moderate to complex assessments, interventions, and level of nursing vigilance. Provides tertiary and quaternary care to premature infants and newborns. Works with critically ill neonates with life-threatening... [+] More

Manages the care of neonatal patients resulting from the childbearing process that requires moderate to complex assessments, interventions, and level of nursing vigilance. Provides tertiary and quaternary care to premature infants and newborns. Works with critically ill neonates with life-threatening medical or surgical conditions, such as respiratory distress, birth depression, congenital anomalies, infection and surgical conditions. Provides direct and indirect patient care in collaboration with Neonatologist. Typically requires licensure as a Registered Nurse with ICU or neonatal experience. Resuscitation credentials are typically required.

Conducts an individualized patient assessment, prioritizing the data collection based on the neonatal patient's immediate condition or needs within timeframe specified by the facility's policies, procedures, or protocols. Conducts ongoing assessments as determined by the neonatal patient's condition and the facility's policies, procedures, or protocols and reprioritizes care accordingly. Develops plan of care that is individualized for the neonatal patient reflecting collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Performs therapeutic nursing interventions as established by individualized plan of care for the neonatal patient and family. Provides individualized patient/family education customized to the neonatal patient and family. Documents patient assessment findings, physical/psychosocial responses to nursing intervention, and progress towards problem resolution. Initiates emergency resuscitative measures according to neonatal resuscitation protocols. Maintains confidentiality in matters related to patient, family, and staff. Reports patient condition to appropriate personnel during each shift. Maintains established policies and procedures, safety, and infection control standards. [-] Less

Treats and provides professional nursing care to patients in the obstetrical and gynecological departments. Administers prescribed medications and total patient care in the labor room, delivery room, postpartum unit, and nursery. Requires RN license.

Maintains patients' medical records. Aids physician during treatments, examinations, and surgical procedures. Evaluates, plans, and documents the delivery room nursing process as needed.

Treats and provides professional nursing care to patients in the obstetrical and gynecological departments. Administers prescribed medications and total patient care in the labor room, delivery room, postpartum unit, and nursery. Requires RN license.

Maintains patients' medical records. Aids physician during treatments, examinations, and surgical procedures. Evaluates, plans, and documents the delivery room nursing process as needed.

Treats and provides professional nursing care to patients in the obstetrical and gynecological departments. Administers prescribed medications and total patient care in the labor room, delivery room, postpartum unit, and nursery. Requires RN license.

Maintains patients' medical records. Aids physician during treatments, examinations, and surgical procedures. Evaluates, plans, and documents the delivery room nursing process as needed.

Assists nurses by performing various basic care activities related to services essential to caring for the personal needs and comfort of patient. Dresses, grooms, bathes, feeds, takes and records vital signs of patients. Answers call lights, assists in toileting, oral... [+] More

Assists nurses by performing various basic care activities related to services essential to caring for the personal needs and comfort of patient. Dresses, grooms, bathes, feeds, takes and records vital signs of patients. Answers call lights, assists in toileting, oral care, nail care, catheter care, assists patients in wheel chairs, transports, turns bedridden patients, reports patient changes, and takes out trash. Requires certification as a Nurse Assistant; functions may not exceed Standards of Practice as accorded by certification.

Provides simple or uncomplicated patient care. Bathes and dresses bed patients, combs hair, and otherwise attends to their comfort and personal appearance. Cleans room and changes bed linen. Takes and records temperature, pulse, and respiration rate. Gives medication as directed by Physician or Nurse and makes notation of amount and time given. Gives enemas, douches, massages, and alcohol rubs. Applies hot and cold compresses and hot water bottles. Sterilizes equipment and supplies, using germicides, sterilizer, or autoclave. Prepares food trays, feeds patients, and records food and liquid intake and output. Cooks, washes, cleans, and does other housekeeping duties in private home. May give injections. May care for infants and small children in private home. [-] Less

Advises hospitals, schools of nursing, industrial organizations, or public health groups on problems related to nursing activities and health services. Position is a clinical specialist or consultant requiring comprehensive specialized health and medical care knowledge. This position typically requires advanced... [+] More

Advises hospitals, schools of nursing, industrial organizations, or public health groups on problems related to nursing activities and health services. Position is a clinical specialist or consultant requiring comprehensive specialized health and medical care knowledge. This position typically requires advanced study in the field of nursing or health sciences. Requires RN license.

Reviews and suggests changes in nursing organization and administrative procedures. Analyzes nursing techniques and recommends modifications. Provides assistance in developing guides and manuals for specific aspects of nursing services. Prepares educational materials and assists in planning and developing health and educational programs for industrial and community groups. Advises in services available through community resources. Consults with nursing groups concerning professional and educational problems. Prepares or furnishes data for articles and lectures. Participates in surveys and research studies. May have broad hospital-wide activities. May aid schools in planning nursing curriculums. May aid hospitals and public health nursing services in developing and carrying out staff education programs. [-] Less

Treats and provides general nursing care to patients in Emergency Care Unit of hospital, infirmary, or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved... [+] More

Treats and provides general nursing care to patients in Emergency Care Unit of hospital, infirmary, or similar health care facility. Readies equipment and aids physician during treatments and examinations of patients. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques. Requires RN license.

Takes temperatures, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. Observes patient, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. [-] Less