Registered Nurse - Gastrointestinal/Endoscopy

Gastrointestinal/Endoscopy Registered NurseThe VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Duties include, but are not limited to:Provide evidence-based nursing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures.Conduct pre-procedure assessments and manage post-procedure recovery, including patient education.Administer moderate sedation and assist physicians during endoscopic procedures.Coordinate patient care, promote wellness, and support chronic disease management.Maintain and prepare endoscopy equipment, ensuring proper cleaning and functionality.Recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, including emergency situations.Participate in nursing education, orientation, competency development, and quality improvement activities.Adapt to schedule changes and participate in assigned on-call responsibilities in accordance with facility policy.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package:Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awardsPaid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VAInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territoryWork Schedule: Monday - Friday: 0730-1530, evening/weekend on call rotationTelework: Not availableVirtual: This is not a virtual position.Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized