Behavioral Nurse ECT
2 weeks ago
Ramapo, United States
NavitsPartners
Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionTitle: Behavioral Nurse ECT / Behavioral Health Nurse Electroconvulsive Therapy
Responsibilities:
- Place a blood pressure cuff on one of the client’s arms.
- As the intravenous line is inserted and EEC and ECG electrodes are attached, give a brief explanation to the client.
- Put on the pulse oximeter to the client’s finger.
- Monitor blood pressure throughout the treatment.
- Medications to be given:
- Short-acting anesthetic (Brevital)
- Muscle relaxant (Succinylcholine)
- 100% oxygen by mask via positive pressure
- Check if the bite block is placed in prevent biting of the tongue
- Electrical stimulus was given (seizure should last 30 to 60 seconds).
Requirements:
- AHA BLS required
- Experience working as Nursing Assistant in Nurse Electroconvulsive Therapy
Education:
- Degree from an accredited school of nursing
