STAFF NURSE - ENDOSCOPY

Registered Nurse (RN) PositionThe Aultman Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional nurse that provides direct, primary nursing care to patients/residents. The RN delegates and coordinates patient care, based upon a documented assessment of the patient#s/resident#s needs. The RN supervises the care provided by individuals such as licensed practical nurses, patient care technicians/state tested nursing assistants/nurse aides, medical assistants, and etc., if applicable.The primary purpose of this position is to provide clinical leadership and direction of patient care, provide patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.Main 2 Endoscopy/Minor Surgery uses a hybrid model that includes both the total patient care model (for simple cases done with local anesthesia) and team nursing model (for endoscopy cases requiring sedation). Main 2 Endoscopy/Minor Surgery provides diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures on an outpatient, inpatient, and emergency basis. Additionally minor surgeries and miscellaneous outpatient procedures are performed. Typical hours of operation are Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. When the department is closed, there is an RN on call 24/7 with a 30-minute response time. Main 2 Endoscopy/Minor Surgery is staffed entirely with RNs who work under the direction of the Unit Director and Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM). Care of all patients is planned, directed, and evaluated by a Registered Nurse (RN).Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN preferred.Current, active licensure as a Registered Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.Certification preferred for RNs meeting applicable certification eligibility requirements.Membership in professional nursing organization preferred.Academic and experiential requirements as required by applicable federal, state and local law.Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.Skills:Proficient computer skills to complete tasks as required.Must be organized, able to effectively prioritize tasks and exhibit appropriate time management skills.Must be detail oriented while focusing on safe practices and quality care.Demonstrates effective communication.Effective appropriate and professional interactions with colleagues/physicians, patients and visitors.Responsibilities:RN applies the nursing process of assessment, planning interventions, accurately implements and/or delegates patient care, evaluates that care, and accurately communicates patient information in a timely manner.RN is a patient/resident advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort and satisfaction.Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice.Demonstrates quality and effectiveness of nursing practice.Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.Provides leadership in the professional practice setting and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues and students.Integrates research findings into practice.Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.Working Conditions:Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity.Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs.Cross training depending upon department needs.This unit has 24/7 coverage that includes on-call coverage. Shifts are variable to volume of department. On Call is a requirement for this role. Hazardous Exposure Category Category I - Includes tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for spills or splashes of, or mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues are Category I tasks. Use of appropriate protective measures is required for every employee engaged in Category I tasks.