PRN Sedation RN

PRN Sedation Registered Nurse, Interventional Spine & Pain
Apex Advanced Spine & Pain | Meridian, Idaho
Schedule: PRN / Per Diem (daytime procedure hours, no nights, weekends, or call)

About Us
Apex Advanced Spine & Pain is an interventional spine and pain clinic in Meridian, Idaho. We perform fluoroscopically guided procedures in a fast-paced, patient-focused outpatient setting. We're looking for an experienced PRN Sedation RN who is confident with moderate sedation and comfortable in a procedural environment.

Position Summary
The PRN Sedation RN gives and monitors moderate (conscious) sedation during interventional spine and pain procedures, working directly with our physicians to keep patients safe and comfortable from pre-procedure through recovery. This role covers staff PTO, high-volume days, and scheduling gaps.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete pre-procedure assessments, including health history, medication review, allergies, NPO status, and airway assessment
• Start and maintain peripheral IVs
• Administer moderate sedation medications as ordered by the physician during procedures, including:
• Radiofrequency ablation (RFA)
• Spinal cord stimulator trials
• Epidural steroid injections, facet injections, and medial branch blocks
• Other interventional spine and pain procedures as offered
• Continuously monitor patients during sedation, including vital signs, oxygen saturation, capnography, level of consciousness, and pain level
• Recognize and respond to adverse reactions and changes in patient condition, and start emergency interventions when needed
• Document sedation, monitoring, and recovery accurately in the patient record
• Monitor patients in recovery and assess them against discharge criteria
• Give clear post-procedure and discharge instructions to patients and caregivers
• Help with room turnover and procedural flow as needed
• Maintain patient privacy and comply with HIPAA

Required Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license valid in Idaho (Idaho or multistate compact license)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• At least 1 year of experience giving moderate/conscious sedation in a procedural, ASC, PACU, ICU, ER, or similar acute care setting
• Strong IV skills
• Able to recognize and manage airway and sedation-related complications
• Able to work independently with minimal orientation
• Reliable, professional, and able to work well with physicians and clinical staff

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in interventional spine and pain management
• Experience in an ASC or outpatient procedural setting
• PACU, ICU, or ER background
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for long periods and wear lead protective apparel in the procedure room
• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs and assist with patient positioning and transfers

Compensation
$55 per hour

To Apply
Apply through Indeed with your resume.

Apex Advanced Spine & Pain is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person