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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.

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.

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.

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. The American Nurses Association’s (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Nursing Practice, 3rd Edition (2015), provides a definition of nursing as: “Nursing is the protection, promotion, and optimization of health and abilities, prevention of illness and injury, facilitation of healing, alleviation of suffering through the diagnosis and treatment of human response, and advocacy in the care of individuals, families, groups, communities, and populations.” Furthermore, the scope of practice of the registered nurse and the corresponding standards and competencies are dependent on the nurse’s education, experience, role and population served (ANA, Scope and Standards of Practice, 2015, p 2.). The practice of professional nursing at Northside Hospital utilizes ANA’s Scope and Standards Practice: 1. Clinical Knowledge and Practice • Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcomes Identification, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation; Clinical Information Systems; Patient Care Technology. 2. Professional Practice • Communication, Culturally Congruent Practice, Ethics, Professional Practice Evaluation and Resource Utilization 3. Leadership • Collaboration, Community Involvement, and Environmental Health 4. Professional Development • Education of Self and Others, Expansion of Knowledge, Advancement of Practice, Contribution to the Professional/Clinical Specialty 5. Evidence-Based Practice, Quality and Research • Evidence-based Practice, Nursing Research, Quality of Practice, Patient Satisfaction Scores, External Reporting/Benchmarks The Northside Hospital Staff Registered Professional Nurse manages patient care of an assigned group of patients in accordance with the philosophy and policies of Northside Hospital. Additionally, the practice of all professional nurses at Northside Hospital reflects the values of collaboration, communication, coordination, integration, and empowerment. Northside Hospital Staff Registered Nurse positions are based on a sequential progression from a novice nurse to an expert. The job descriptions for Staff Nurse I to VI therefore imply that a nurse who is employed at a specific level possess the knowledge, skills and critical thinking capabilities of all prior levels. STAFF RN II: The Staff RN II position is part of the NSH Nursing Excellence Track (NEXT) Program. Level II staff registered professional nurses are competent nurses and practice professional nursing in various clinical areas. Distinguishing characteristics of this level: 1. Guided by policies, procedures and guidelines with occasional support from peers and colleagues.

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager and/or Shift Supervisor, the Registered Professional Nurse is responsible for the nursing care of adult and geriatric patients. The Registered Professional Nurse assesses assigned patients as well as plans, implements and evaluates care; Provides leadership and direction to Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Technicians, Unit Secretaries and other patient care providers as necessary. The Registered Professional Nurse assists individuals with disability and/or chronic illness to attain and maintain maximum function.

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. Infusion Registered Nurses are primarily responsible for administration of Chemotherapy on an outpatient basis. Our Registered Nurses are highly knowledgeable and competent in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, patient assessment, symptom management, and patient education. These nurses are skilled in conducting on-going and critical patient assessments, while enjoying an autonomous work environment. Additionally, Infusion RN’s request precertification, order medication, perform medication calculations, and access IV’s/Ports and or start new access. Our Infusion Nurses have the opportunity to build lasting and supportive relationships with our patients and their family members. We are committed to providing highly compassionate and patient-centered Cancer Treatment.

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. Infusion Registered Nurses are primarily responsible for administration of Chemotherapy on an outpatient basis. Our Registered Nurses are highly knowledgeable and competent in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, patient assessment, symptom management, and patient education. These nurses are skilled in conducting on-going and critical patient assessments, while enjoying an autonomous work environment. Additionally, Infusion RN’s request precertification, order medication, perform medication calculations, and access IV’s/Ports and or start new access. Our Infusion Nurses have the opportunity to build lasting and supportive relationships with our patients and their family members. We are committed to providing highly compassionate and patient-centered Cancer Treatment.

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. Infusion Registered Nurses are primarily responsible for administration of Chemotherapy on an outpatient basis. Our Registered Nurses are highly knowledgeable and competent in chemotherapy and immunotherapy administration, patient assessment, symptom management, and patient education. These nurses are skilled in conducting on-going and critical patient assessments, while enjoying an autonomous work environment. Additionally, Infusion RN’s request precertification, order medication, perform medication calculations, and access IV’s/Ports and or start new access. Our Infusion Nurses have the opportunity to build lasting and supportive relationships with our patients and their family members. We are committed to providing highly compassionate and patient-centered Cancer Treatment.

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.

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.

This Nurse Practitioner role will be in the Infusion department of our Gainesville, GA campus. The role performs history and physical examinations and carries out appropriate intervention/procedures as determined by the plan of care. Coordinates care of assigned patients according to Northside Hospital established Standards of Care.

The Admission Team Nurse manages the care of the newborn baby from birth until transfer to the appropriate nursery, float and serve in the role of Anchor RN as needed, and serves as a resource to the Family Center Care Staff Nurse regarding the care of the infant. Provides primary care to newborn babies. Applies the nursing process to assess low to moderate risk newborns to include APGAR scoring to determine the status and need for resuscitation immediately at birth. Provides resuscitation as needed according to Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP) guidelines. Performs a biophysical assessment. Review maternal history for risk factors that could impact newborn care. Obtains initial measurements, lab, and point of care testing (i.e. birth weight, head circumference, length, vital signs). Provide treatment (s) according to medical provider orders (i.e. Erythromycin Ointment, Vitamin K Injection, and Glucose Gel). Initiates appropriate consults as indicated. Provide education to mother and/or care partner on medication side effects and plan of care. Provides education to mother and/or care partner about newborn safety and security. Provides education to mother to assist with skin to skin, initial latch and breast and/or formula feeding. Completes the initial newborn bath as indicated. Documents care and education in the electronic health record. Demonstrates ongoing and annual competency. Assists with orientation of new staff. Actively participants in staff meetings and other hospital committees as needed. Demonstrates service excellence behaviors consistently to all customers, i.e., coworkers, patients, visitors, physicians, ancillary staff, etc. Performs other duties needed.

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.

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager is responsible for the nursing care of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. The Registered Professional Nurse assesses assigned patients as well as plans, implements and evaluates care. Directs and assists in providing safe, aseptic technique and procedures. Provides leadership and direction to Licensed Practical Nurses, Patient Care Technicians, Unit Secretaries and other patient care providers as necessary.

Plans, develops and implements staff development functions to promote quality nursing care and effect optimal patient outcomes. Functions as a clinical resource for professional nursing practice and patient care.

Working in a cardiology practice setting, the Registered Nurse will be responsible for collaborating with the multidisciplinary team as a direct care provider and clinical expert. The RN will develop and implement practice guidelines, and maintain the established standards of care and practice through staff development, clinical improvement activities and patient/staff education. Mon – Fri schedule. No weekends or holidays

Working in a cardiology practice setting, the Registered Nurse will be responsible for collaborating with the multidisciplinary team as a direct care provider and clinical expert. The RN will develop and implement practice guidelines, and maintain the established standards of care and practice through staff development, clinical improvement activities and patient/staff education.

The Manager of the Medical Surgical Department has the primary responsibility for overseeing daily patient care operations for this department. Required to frequently apply a set of management principles to the smooth operations of the department. Must be capable of independent judgement and decision making in the areas of budget, personnel, patient services, physician relations and administrative or professional programs. Has twenty four (24) hour accountability for assigned area.

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. Provides age-appropriate care to low- to moderate- risk newborns and postpartum women. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in basic breastfeeding techniques.

The Clinical Supervisor provides direct patient care and supervises the nursing operations of the NEUROSCIENCES unit. In the absence of the Manager or Director may assume 24-hour nursing responsibility. Works with a unit specific patient population.