Conscious Sedation Registered Nurse (RN)
Columbia Pain Management, PC
Private Practice | Outpatient Interventional Pain Management
Position Summary
Columbia Pain Management is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our growing team as a Conscious Sedation Nurse. This position plays a vital role in providing safe, high-quality patient care during outpatient interventional pain procedures. The ideal candidate is highly organized, clinically skilled, and committed to delivering exceptional patient experiences in a fast-paced private practice setting.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assess and prepare patients for procedures requiring moderate (conscious) sedation.
- Administer and monitor conscious sedation medications under physician direction and in accordance with state and federal regulations.
- Continuously monitor patient vital signs, airway status, and overall condition before, during, and after procedures.
- Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and medical emergencies.
- Perform pre-procedure and post-procedure patient education.
- Complete accurate and timely nursing documentation within the electronic medical record.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, medical assistants, and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient flow.
- Maintain compliance with infection control, safety, and accreditation standards.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff education activities.
- Assist with IV placement, medication administration, and recovery room monitoring.
Schedule & Benefits
- Full-time, Monday-Friday
- No nights, weekends, or major holidays
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Continuing education opportunities
- Supportive team-oriented work environment
Why Join Columbia Pain Management?
At Columbia Pain Management, we are dedicated to improving the quality of life for our patients through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our team values professionalism, collaboration, and excellence in patient outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse seeking work-life balance while practicing at the top of their license in a specialized outpatient setting.
Columbia Pain Management is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.
Qualifications
Required
- Current Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
- Current BLS certification.
- Current ACLS certification or ability to obtain within a specified timeframe.
- Certification in conscious sedation (We will provide training option upon hire)
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience.
- Strong assessment, critical thinking, and emergency response skills.
- Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
Preferred
- Previous experience with conscious sedation, procedural nursing, PACU, ICU, Emergency Department, Surgery Center, or Interventional Pain Management.
- Experience starting IVs and managing procedural sedation patients.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records.