RN - Endoscopy Acute Care Specialist

Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region, providing exceptional care in endoscopic procedures. As a Registered Nurse specializing in Endoscopy, you will collaborate closely with anesthesia providers, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care before, during, and after procedures.

General Summary: This role involves direct patient care across diverse populations, focusing on assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care during the intra-operative period. You will maintain communication with gastroenterology, internal medicine, surgery, and anesthesiology teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Uphold National Patient Safety Goals as outlined by The Joint Commission and other regulatory agencies.
• Review patient charts to ensure documentation accuracy and completeness.
• Provide patient education tailored to individual learning needs and assess its effectiveness.
• Offer clear explanations and verbal reassurance to patients consistently.
• Identify physical symptoms and changes promptly, taking appropriate action.
• Demonstrate competency in administering moderate sedation and monitoring cardiac rhythms, recognizing dysrhythmias.
• Apply sound clinical judgment based on knowledge of diseases and patient care requirements.
• Maintain strict medical and surgical asepsis during treatments and procedures.
• Support patient and family needs by promoting safety, comfort, dignity, and respect.
• Exhibit flexibility, organization, and teamwork; assist in orienting new staff members.
• Participate in quality assurance and continuing education programs.
• Maintain open communication with nursing and healthcare teams.
• Ensure a safe, clean environment by following infection control protocols and SGNA guidelines.
• Manage endoscopy instruments and accessories, troubleshooting and reporting malfunctions promptly.
• Perform proper cleaning and disinfection of endoscopes and accessories, demonstrating annual competency.

Education: Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.

Experience: At least one year of acute care nursing experience is preferred.

Certifications/Licenses: Current RN license in a Compact State or equivalent. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are required.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position demands considerable mental focus, with physical activities including lifting up to 35 lbs., frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions: Expect frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases, as well as occasional encounters with hostile individuals. Minimal physical discomfort is anticipated.