Registered Nurse Endoscopy

Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? At Frisbie Memorial Hospital, you’ll find clear pathways to advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certification support, and educational assistance, you will have all the resources you need to build the career of a lifetime. Job Summary and Qualifications The Endoscopy RN reports to the Director of Surgical Services, and works under the direct supervision of the departments Nurse Clinical Leader. He/she is responsible for providing direct care to patients undergoing procedures in Endoscopy. The RN assures the provision of high quality patient care, utilizes equipment appropriately, fosters a cooperative and collaborative relationship with physicians, and establishes and maintains good internal and external customer relationships. The RN fosters a team approach to providing care that is safe, effective, patient centered, timely, efficient, and equitable. The RN performs all functions according to hospital policies, nursing standards of care, practice guidelines, and applicable regulatory and professional entities within the scope of RN practice. Patient Population Served : The Endoscopy Staff Nurse is expected to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the physical ability, intellectual development, psychosocial, education and safety needs of the pediatric/adolescent, adult and geriatric patient working within the ASPAN framework as is outlined. Essential Position Functions : The following functions must be able to be carried out by the incumbent with or without reasonable accommodation: Assessment Establishes a pre and post procedure nursing diagnosis. Examines the patient physical status for baseline data information. Reassesses patient status at designated time intervals. Ensures thorough accurate documentation of pertinent data obtained during the assessment process. Communicates patient care needs to the appropriate personnel. Reviews pertinent test results including EKGs, labs and x-rays for ongoing assessment and reporting to physicians. Planning of Care: Develops a nursing care plan by eliciting patient physical and emotional concerns, listening attentively and providing a quiet environment conducive to all. Coordinates interdisciplinary plan of care. Develops teaching plans to meet the learning needs of patients, family, caregiver relevant to interdisciplinary discharge needs. Implementation of Plan: Applies the plan of care, monitoring for effectiveness. Administers medication ordered and monitors for desired, side or adverse effects. Assists the anesthesiologists/gastroenterologists and other healthcare providers in administering treatments and procedures. Applies relaxation techniques and encourages patients to utilize this therapy to accomplish goals and facilitate the delivery of care. Evaluating plan of care Reviews and updates the treatment plan in collaboration with all members of the healthcare team, patient and family. Communicates ongoing patient care needs to the discharge caregivers regarding discharge home care, prescriptions, follow up appointments, and anesthesia after care. Accepts primary nurse role for assigned patients. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients, families, staff and corrects hazards promptly. Adheres to hospital safety policy and procedure. Documents all pertinent information on the patients medical record in an accurate, detailed manner adhering to standards for documentation. Supports the department’s customer service efforts. Provides service excellence to patients and their families, medical staff, peers, support services and other hospital personnel. Provides immediate and satisfactory problem resolution for valid customer complaints or refers complex customer service problems to the nurse manager. Assists the physician during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to promote optimal patient outcomes by team collaboration during endoscopy procedure. Develops and maintains professional relationship with physicians, peers, patients, and their families and medical support services. Follows the principles of infection control as outlined in the policy and procedure manual. Participates in the department's performance improvement program by collaborating with the department's PI representative in developing and implementing effective PI programs. Assumes responsibility for own professional development and ongoing education. Attends required hours of continuing education per year. Demonstrates a commitment to containing costs and efficient use of material resources. Attends staff meetings and mandatory department in-service. Is dependable, punctual and does not abuse sick time. Maintains patient dignity, privacy, safety and confidentiality. Participates as a team member to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Non-Essential Position Functions : Performs other duties as assigned or as judgment or necessity dictates. Participates in hospital/unit committees. What qualifications you will need: (RN) Registered Nurse state of New Hampshire or valid compact state licensure Associate Degree in Nursing Working knowledge of underlying principles and standards that satisfy regulatory requirements for the following entities: ASPAN, CDC, OSHA, CMS, SGNA. Ability to work in a fast paced, high stress work environment. Ability to maintain customer focused interpersonal communications skills and patient confidentiality. Benefits Frisbie Memorial Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Discover a career with purpose at Frisbie Memorial Hospital Located in Rochester, NH, our 112-bed hospital proudly serves the Greater Seacoast region and Southern Maine, delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As part of HCA Healthcare—one of the nation’s leading healthcare systems—you’ll be connected to a strong network of four hospitals, three freestanding emergency rooms, and over 70 care sites across New Hampshire. With nearly 5,000 colleagues, including 1,500 nurses and 1,000 affiliated physicians, We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real. HCA Healthcare’s New Hampshire hospitals also include Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Portsmouth Regional Hospital , Parkland Medical Center in Derry, and freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook, Dover, and Plaistow. Join us and be part of a team that’s improving lives across the region—every day. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future." Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive HCA Healthcare Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Registered Nurse Endoscopy PRN opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out. We are an equal opportunity employer. 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