RN Endoscopy

Job: RNEND003986

Description

Job Summary

Registered nurse in endoscopy setting provides continuity of individual patient care, safety, and education by direct assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of the nursing plan of care for the patient undergoing endoscopic procedures. Carry out responsibilities within the framework of the established standards of patient care in nursing practice.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee accurate and ongoing physical, psychological, social, safety, educational, and discharge needs of each patient. Analyze assessment data and identify specific patient physical, psychological, social, educational, safety, and discharge planning problems/needs which will be addressed in the patient's plan of care.
• Identify, ensure, and document compliance to regulatory agency mandates to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements. Oversee completion of timely and accurate documentation on each patient. Handle confidential patient information and organizational information appropriately.
• Utilize the nurse's patient assessment skills pre intra and post-procedure, during both the pulmonary and gastrointestinal procedures.
• Provide direct patient care and respond to patients needs both timely and effectively. Collaborate with other disciplines of the healthcare team to ensure the delivery of safe, timely, and appropriate quality patient care.
• Assuring continuity of care during the pre-procedural, intra procedural, and post-procedural period of the patient GI and pulmonary experience. Collaborate with other disciplines of the healthcare team to ensure the delivery of safe, timely and appropriate quality patient care. Cross train to Peri-anesthesia.
• Response appropriately to emergency situations and disasters, both internal and external.
• Provide nursing care in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and be a role model and ensure that Standards of Care, Standards of Practice, Standards of Competency, Nurse Practice Act, and Nursing Policy and Procedures are followed by all members of the healthcare team.
• Function as testing personnel under CLIA1988 regulations as they relate to point of care testing as required.
• Assist with the financial management of the designated area(s) by monitoring supply usage and waste.
• Other duties as assigned.

Educattion Requirements

• Minimum: Med Surg, Critical Care Experience
• Preferred: Endoscopy Experience, Moderate Sedation Administration Experience

Experience Requirements

• Minimum: Associate Degree as a Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree as a Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing

License/Certification Requirements

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Indiana by date of hire or transfer to the position
• Basic Life Safety (American Heart Association)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (American Heart Association)

Qualifications

Education

Associates or better in Nursing or related field.

Bachelors or better in Nursing or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

ACLS

Registered Nurse

BLS- Basic Life Support

Why Riverview Health?

You chose a nursing career because you care for people and serve as a champion and advocate for their health and wellbeing. Riverview Health provides an environment where you can deliver on your passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care to everyone in our community. We deliver on our promise of exceptional care by continually promoting a progressive, nurturing culture and supporting the wellbeing of our community through educational seminars, screenings and other events designed to help patients and their families stay healthy.

Riverview Health is one of the largest employers in Hamilton County, Indiana, and is located in one of the fastest growing and most desirable communities in the state. With more than 125 years of experience delivering healthcare, we serve our community with two hospitals, three freestanding emergency department / urgent care centers, community outreach programs, and outpatient primary and specialty care practices. We believe our best is yet to come as we continue to expand our services and reach in response to community needs, our promise of exceptional care, and our partnership with Parkview Health.

Flexible scheduling and career growth.

We know our nurses are juggling multiple personal and professional responsibilities. To accommodate the different needs of our staff, Riverview Health offers self-scheduling along with a wide variety of shift options tailored to individual departments. Our size provides nurses with opportunities to experience care delivery across different clinical settings and patient acuity levels, supporting continuous learning, growth, and skill development. Nurses at Riverview Health serve patient populations in the following areas:

· Acute Rehabilitation

· Cardiac Rehabilitation

· Cardiology and Cardiac Catheterization

· Emergency

· Emergency / Urgent Care

· Endoscopy Surgical Center

· Infusion Therapy

· Intensive Care

· Maternity / Labor & Delivery

· Medical Oncology

· Medical Surgical

· Nursing Administration

· Organizational Improvement / Infection Prevention

· Primary Care Physician Practice

· Progressive Care Unit

· Radiation Oncology

· Surgical Services

· Wound Care

A culture of support, teamwork and collaboration.

Those who have worked in smaller health systems recognize the positive work relationships, the ability to resolve issues quickly, and the level of teamwork demonstrated across care teams. At Riverview Health, our employees value the autonomy of practicing at the top of their license, the opportunity to build meaningful patient connections, and deliver care that is truly community focused. Our team members know they are valued and cared for as people, not numbers.

Nurses are supported by onsite providers with 24/7 hospitalist coverage in ER, Inpatient, and Maternity areas, as well as round the clock house supervisors and charge staff, ensuring support is available when it is needed.