Registered Nurse, RN |Endoscopy

Ensures the delivery of quality nursing care for patients undergoing Endoscopy procedures in accordance with age-related and individual needs, physician’s orders, hospital policy, standards of care and nursing practice. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.  Participates in self-development activities to advance and maintain current knowledge and skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Performed majority of the time:

·       Maintains the Endoscopy Center’s endoscopic equipment, accessories and supplies as directed by manufacturer to ensure proper use, function, and infection control practice (Primary RN).

·       Administers medication as ordered by physician, following the Moderate Sedation policy and monitoring procedures (Primary RN).

·       Safely monitors and documents care of patients undergoing Moderate Sedation in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care.

·       Assures all documentation on medical records is accurate and complete at all times.

·       Supports and assists the physicians with care of the patient in the Endoscopy Center.

·       Participates in “standby call” according to department policy.

·       Safely monitors and documents care of patients undergoing Moderate Sedation in accordance with policy and procedure and guidelines of care.

·       Provides opportunity for patients to express any psychological or social needs or concerns.

·       Make available hospital resources to offer support for any stated needs or concerns.

·       Coordinates and prepares for Endoscopy procedures performed in the Endoscopy Center, intensive care unit, radiology department, surgical rooms and various nursing units.

·       Identifies potential staffing problems associated with patient’s changing needs and notifies nurse manager to facilitate continuity of patient care.

·       Uses cost effective measures in the delivery of patient care.

o   Participates in product evaluation and standardization of supplies.

o   Effectively manages utilization of supplies.

o   Protects equipment from damage or misuse and reports damage, misuse and/or malfunction to manager.

·       Identifies and communicates changes in patient status to the physician.

·       Performs basic patient education related to pre & post Endoscopy Center procedural period.

Performed occasionally but critical to successful performance of the job:

·       Participates in educational programs.

·       Participates in staff development activities for unit.

·       Participates in nursing in-services, conferences, and designated meetings to ensure professional growth.

·       Functions as preceptor to new staff.

Decision making and budget responsibilities:

·       Impact limited to employee.

Education:

Required

·         Associates Degree in Nursing.

Preferred

·         Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing. 

Experience

Required

·         N/A

Preferred

·         Minimum of two (2) years recent experience in acute inpatient care.

·         Minimum of two (2) years recent endoscopy experience.

Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations:

Required

·         Current and unencumbered licensure as registered nurse by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.

·         American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS. 

·         ACLS required or within 90-days of hire.

Preferred

·         CGRN certification

Job Related Skills, Abilities and Behaviors:

Required

·         Moderate Sedation Competency within 90 days of hire

·         Computer skills sufficient to send/receive emails, navigate Information Technology associated with position as well as Electronic Health Records required.

·         Fluency in oral and written English.

·         Ability to interact and communicate with interdisciplinary team and patients/family in a positive and effective manner.

·         Adapts to change in work environment in a professional and efficient manner.

·         Prioritizes effectively and delivers care with efficiency.

Preferred

·        Bilingual skills a plus.