Endoscopy RN

Job Description Summary We are currently looking for highly skilled, motivated RNs interested in working in one of our three endoscopy centers located throughout the treasure valley: downtown Boise, Meridian, and our newest location in Nampa. We are a fast paced and team oriented ambulatory surgical center dedicated to providing exceptional patient care throughout their endoscopic procedures. We offer registered nurses an exciting and rewarding work environment in the specialized field of GI with on-the-job training for conscious sedation and countless other continuing education opportunities. Job Description: Endoscopy Registered Nurse Supervised By: Endoscopy Director General Responsibilities: Under the guidance of the registered nurse license, supervision of the physician, and in collaboration with other team members, the endoscopy RN is responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect care in all stages of the patients procedure plan during their stay at the endoscopy center in accordance with the nurse practice act, professional standards of care, state of Idaho, AAAHC accreditation standards and Idaho Gastroenterologys philosophy, policies and procedures. Pre-Procedure/Recovery RN Responsibilities: Assess, evaluate, and accurately record the patients pre-procedure and post-procedure phases and all necessary patient care tasks involved in each of those phasesInitiate emergency measures when necessaryCommunicate pertinent information to co-workers and report errors in a timely manner to the Endoscopy DirectorAccountable for administration of drugs, IV procedures, and other therapeutic measures in a safe and accurate manner and in accordance with physicians orders.Provide a safe environment for the patient to prevent potential injury. Investigates and intervenes in problem situations, reporting appropriate information to the supervisor and documents the sameAnticipate and assist with maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and medications.Provide patient teaching in all phases of their care (admission, procedure, and recovery) review discharge instructions with the patient, and then document the patients understanding in the EMR recordProvide guidance to other staff members assisting with orientationConsult with the appropriate supervisor or physicians as neededAssist in crash cart maintenance and defibrillator checks, monitoring expiration dates and recallsComplete patient documentation in a clear, concise, and timely manner using the designated EMR system Demonstrate ability to re-process scopes and troubleshoot issues. Maintains familiarity with function of scope and cleaning roomSeek educational opportunities and accept responsibility for professional growth and development. Participate in in-service opportunities and staff meetings.Accept direction from supervisor and/or physicians and adhere to established procedures and policiesMaintain professionalism: Approach others in a polite and tactful manner, maintain composure and react well under pressure, treat others with respect and consideration, accept responsibility for own actions, and follow through on commitments.Ability to adapt to changes in the work environment; Manage competing demands; Able to handle frequent change, delays, or unexpected events Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; gives and welcomes Feedback; able to build morale among staff Observe safety and security procedures; report potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly Maintain the patients right to privacy by not discussing privileged information outside the work area or within hearing range of visitors/family or patientMaintain flexibility with assignments; able to work at all IGA endoscopy locations when neededFunction within the legal limits of the Nurse Practice ActParticipate in the QI program as neededComplete yearly competency modules in Conscious Sedation, Cardiac Monitoring, Blood Glucose, Infection Control and Scope RoomMaintain computer skills required to function in EPICUtilizes Microsoft Outlook email for non-patient correspondence and EPIC for patient care correspondence/documentation Demonstrate respect for IGA policies for security, privacy, and confidentiality while using IGA equipment. Follows personnel policies contained within the IGA personnel manual Immediately report any network, hardware, or software malfunction to the IT Officer and/or on-shift supervisor Assume the role of charge nurse when assignedPerform other duties as assigned Procedure Room Registered Nurse Responsibilities: Evaluate and complete assessment of patient needs to provide supportive care before, during, and after procedures and maintain accurate and complete medical records for the patient's electronic chartMaintains equipment and supplies to includeClean and disinfect endoscopy equipmentOperate and troubleshoot patient monitoring equipmentAnticipate and assist with maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and medicationsEnsure informed consent is signed by patient, MD, and witnessed by RN prior to administration of sedationAssist in accurate completion of procedure logbookThe endoscopy RN will administer sedative, hypnotic, or analgesic drugs, at the direction of the physician Work-Life Balance No callNo weekendsNo major holidays Financial Benefits 401(k) with 5% company contributionCompany-paid life insurance$100 monthly stipend for employees who waive medical coverage Health & Wellness Medical, dental, vision, disability, accident, critical illness, and supplemental life insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Time Off Up to 144 hours of PTO in the first full yearPaid bereavement leavePaid jury duty leaveMinimum of 7 paid holidays plus up to 3 discretionary holidays Work Location: multiple locations. Required References: SGNA Guidelines for Documentation in the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy SettingStandards of Clinical Nursing Practice and Role Delineation StatementsASGE/SGNA Role GI Registered Nurses in the Management of Patients undergoing Sedated Procedures SGNA Reprocessing of Water Bottles Used During EndoscopySGNA Reprocessing of Endoscopic Accessories and ValvesSGNA Guidelines for Use of High-Level Disinfectants & Sterilant for Reprocessing Flexible Gastrointestinal Endoscopes Standards of Infection Control in Reprocessing of Flexible Gastrointestinal EndoscopesIGA Policy and Procedure Manual & Infection Control ManualOSHA Manual Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school of nursingCurrent Idaho State license to practice as a Registered NurseExperience in ambulatory surgery or endoscopy preferredMembership in Gastroenterology or endoscopy specialty or other local, state, or national professional societies encouragedMaintains BLS and ACLS certifications and re-certification as requiredCompletion of cardiac and sedation module within the probationary period and annuallyCompetency for sedation is completed upon hire and every three yearsPhysical requirements include the ability to lift items up to 50 lbs., able to tolerate normal sitting, pulling/pushing, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching, talking, and hearing. Must be able to tolerate standing for long periods of time. Must be able to respond to a medical emergency within 2 minutes. Specialties Surgery, Gastroenterology Available Shifts Monday through Friday, 8-hour or 10-hour shifts Day shift Work Setting Outpatient Job Type Full-time or Part-time