RN Endoscopy II | Digestive Health Specialists-Arizona Endoscopy Center

Registered Nurse (RN) Endoscopy Develop an individualized perioperative patient plan of care by implementing: Protect the patient from injury caused by extraneous objects and chemical, electrical, mechanical, and thermal sources. Demonstrate safe operation of equipment and machinery and follow procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation. Speak up with safety concerns acting as the patient’s advocate. Handle specimens according to facility policy and procedures. Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment. Comply with Universal Protocol and facility site validation and time‑out policy. Communicate the patient’s current status to relevant parties throughout the continuum of care. Administer medications safely and correctly using the 8 rights of medication administration. Practice and monitor aseptic technique. Implement the plan of care including interventions such as: Managing patient recovery from anesthesia – Moderate sedation and Monitored anesthesia care. Assessing patient status at intervals in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Providing nursing care and appropriate monitoring in accordance with policies and procedures. Performing interventions to maintain the patient’s tissue perfusion at or above baseline levels. Ensuring scopes are prepared for use in accordance with policies and procedures and manufacturer’s instructions for use. Maintaining endoscopy instruments and accessories in working order; troubleshooting and recognizing malfunctions. Performing interventions to maintain the status of the patient’s various systems and fluid, electrolyte, and acid‑base balances at or above baseline levels. Performing interventions to ensure the patient is at or returned to normothermia at the conclusion of the immediate postoperative period. Performing interventions to protect the patient from infection. Assessing the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person. Providing education regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional management, medication management, pain management, and expected responses to the procedure. Involving the patient or designated support person actively in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of care and the rehabilitation process. Protecting the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy. Providing age‑specific, culturally competent, ethical care within legal standards of practice. Evaluating the patient’s progress toward attaining outcomes. Transferring care as applicable. Providing hand‑off reports to other teammates that are accurate, concise, and pertinent to the patient’s condition and response to care. Delegating tasks according to the state Nurse Practice Act (if applicable), state board of nursing or professional registration requirements, state laws, and job descriptions. Documenting episodes of care accurately, timely, completely, and legibly. Demonstrating effective communication and collaboration skills with team members and other stakeholders. Serving as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning patient care. Participating in quality review and performance improvement projects. Participating in the performance appraisal process. Using problem‑solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships. Maintaining required competencies. Pursuing professional growth. Acting as a patient advocate and maintaining privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information. Complying with all SCA and facility policies and procedures, regulatory and accreditation standards and professional guidelines when providing patient care. Actively participating in team meetings, trainings, and daily safety huddles. Demonstrating fiscal responsibility. Performing all other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. One year of GI, OR, and/or medical/surgical nursing experience preferred. Current state nursing licensure to practice in good standing. Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) or Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS/BCLS certification. Successful completion of Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification. Successful completion of Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) course is required when pediatric care is included in the facility scope of services within 90 days of employment or documentation of current PALS certification. Specialty certification in GI Nursing is preferred. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) plan with company match; paid time off; life and disability insurance; and more. #J-18808-Ljbffr SCA Health